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Cost of living in Casey County, KY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,557/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,951 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $783 31%
Healthcare $480 19%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $315 12%
Groceries $312 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $98 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Casey County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$624
per month
1 bedroom
$783
per month
2 bedroom
$867
per month
3 bedroom
$1,084
per month
4 bedroom
$1,298
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Casey County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,689
per year
Individual earnings
$29,336
per year
Per capita
$23,916
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Casey County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$135,700
Annual property tax
$810

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Casey 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 Casey County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.5%

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 Casey 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 Casey County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.9 min
Drive alone
76.2%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Casey County

What it costs to live in Casey County each month.

Single person
$2,557
per month
  • Rent $783
  • Energy $194
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $312
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $315
  • State tax $98
Couple
$3,475
per month
  • Rent $867
  • Energy $233
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $517
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $370
  • State tax $139
Family
$5,813
per month
  • Rent $1,084
  • Energy $291
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $784
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $370
  • State tax $139

Frequently asked questions about Casey County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Casey County?

In Casey County, KY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $783 per month, a two-bedroom averages $867 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,084 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Casey County?

In Casey County, KY, the average household income is $41,689 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,336 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Casey County?

The estimated cost of living in Casey County, KY is approximately $2,557 per month for a single person, $3,475 for a couple, $5,813 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Casey County?

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

Is Casey County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Casey County, KY would need approximately $2,557 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,689 per year ($3,474 per month). Casey County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Casey County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Casey County, KY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Casey County?

The average home value in Casey County, KY is $135,700, with average annual property taxes of $810, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Casey 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