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Cost of living in Breathitt County, KY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,559/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,438 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $729 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $362 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $312 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $107 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Breathitt County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$624
per month
1 bedroom
$729
per month
2 bedroom
$867
per month
3 bedroom
$1,204
per month
4 bedroom
$1,261
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Breathitt County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,101
per year
Individual earnings
$32,192
per year
Per capita
$23,544
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Breathitt County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$61,800
Annual property tax
$521

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Breathitt County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$140
per month · 13.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$54
per month
Annual total
$2,328
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Breathitt County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
2.7%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Breathitt County

State and local tax rates for Kentucky.

State income tax
4.0%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Breathitt County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.4 min
Drive alone
77.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
4.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Breathitt County

What it costs to live in Breathitt County each month.

Single person
$2,559
per month
  • Rent $729
  • Energy $194
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $312
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $362
  • State tax $107
Couple
$3,464
per month
  • Rent $867
  • Energy $233
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $517
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $361
  • State tax $137
Family
$5,922
per month
  • Rent $1,204
  • Energy $291
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $784
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $361
  • State tax $137

Frequently asked questions about Breathitt County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Breathitt County?

In Breathitt County, KY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $729 per month, a two-bedroom averages $867 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,204 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Breathitt County?

In Breathitt County, KY, the average household income is $41,101 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,192 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Breathitt County?

The estimated cost of living in Breathitt County, KY is approximately $2,559 per month for a single person, $3,464 for a couple, $5,922 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Breathitt County?

The combined sales tax rate in Breathitt County, KY is 6.00%, which includes the Kentucky state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Breathitt County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Breathitt County, KY would need approximately $2,559 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,101 per year ($3,425 per month). Breathitt County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Breathitt County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Breathitt County, KY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 2.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Breathitt County?

The average home value in Breathitt County, KY is $61,800, with average annual property taxes of $521, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Breathitt County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources