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Cost of living in Lewis County, KY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,531/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,028 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $719 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $347 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $312 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $104 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Lewis County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$624
per month
1 bedroom
$719
per month
2 bedroom
$867
per month
3 bedroom
$1,190
per month
4 bedroom
$1,194
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lewis County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,632
per year
Individual earnings
$31,309
per year
Per capita
$23,486
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lewis County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$86,100
Annual property tax
$558

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lewis 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 Lewis County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.5%

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 Lewis 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 Lewis County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
42.3 min
Drive alone
77.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lewis County

What it costs to live in Lewis County each month.

Single person
$2,531
per month
  • Rent $719
  • Energy $194
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $312
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $347
  • State tax $104
Couple
$3,474
per month
  • Rent $867
  • Energy $233
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $517
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $369
  • State tax $139
Family
$5,918
per month
  • Rent $1,190
  • Energy $291
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $784
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $369
  • State tax $139

Frequently asked questions about Lewis County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lewis County?

In Lewis County, KY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $719 per month, a two-bedroom averages $867 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,190 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lewis County?

In Lewis County, KY, the average household income is $41,632 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,309 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lewis County?

The estimated cost of living in Lewis County, KY is approximately $2,531 per month for a single person, $3,474 for a couple, $5,918 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lewis County?

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

Is Lewis County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lewis County, KY would need approximately $2,531 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,632 per year ($3,469 per month). Lewis County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lewis County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lewis County, KY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lewis County?

The average home value in Lewis County, KY is $86,100, with average annual property taxes of $558, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lewis 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