Cost of living in Harrison County, KY
Population 18,971 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Harrison County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Harrison County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Harrison County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Harrison County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Harrison County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Harrison County
State and local tax rates for Kentucky.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Harrison County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Harrison County
What it costs to live in Harrison County each month.
- Rent $783
- Energy $194
- Water $55
- Groceries $312
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $450
- State tax $125
- Rent $867
- Energy $233
- Water $65
- Groceries $517
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $704
- State tax $211
- Rent $1,145
- Energy $291
- Water $75
- Groceries $784
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $704
- State tax $211
Frequently asked questions about Harrison County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Harrison County?
In Harrison County, KY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $783 per month, a two-bedroom averages $867 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,145 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Harrison County?
In Harrison County, KY, the average household income is $63,205 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,573 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Harrison County?
The estimated cost of living in Harrison County, KY is approximately $2,719 per month for a single person, $3,881 for a couple, $6,280 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Harrison County?
The combined sales tax rate in Harrison County, KY is 6.00%, which includes the Kentucky state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.
Is Harrison County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Harrison County, KY would need approximately $2,719 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,205 per year ($5,267 per month). Harrison County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Harrison County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Harrison County, KY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Harrison County?
The average home value in Harrison County, KY is $188,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,282, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Harrison 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