Cost of Living in Powell County, KY

What does it cost to live in Powell County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$38,415

Median Rent

$693/mo

Median Home

$123,400

Affordability

437

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$624
Property Tax$68
Insurance$41

Total Monthly$733
% of Income22.9%

Renting

Median Rent$693
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$718
% of Income21.6%

Living in Powell County, Kentucky

Powell County has a median household income of $38,415 with housing costs that represent 22.9% of income for owners and 21.6% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.