Cost of Living in Jeff, KY

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2%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
100%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Jeff Kentucky National
Cost of living9888100
Groceries9698100
Health care9997100
Housingn/a70100
Transportation9796100
Utilities9995100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9995100
Household Items9897100
Education & Childcare10094100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Jeff is 11% higher than the Kentucky average
  • The cost of living in Jeff is 2% lower than the national average
  • Jeff housing is 7% lower than the national average
  • Kentucky general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Kentucky state income tax is 73% higher than the national average

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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