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Living in Kentucky

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Feb 19, 2023

Summary: People often describe life in Kentucky as laid-back and friendly. People love the natural beauty of the state, the abundance of outdoor activities, and the friendly people. The cost of living in Kentucky is generally lower than the national average, with the median home price being around $150,000. The approximate population of Kentucky is 4.5 million, and the largest cities are Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green. The cons of living in Kentucky include the lack of public transportation, the high rate of poverty, and the lack of job opportunities. Additionally, the state has a high rate of drug abuse and crime.

Is the cost of living in Kentucky high?

We asked people about the cost of living in Kentucky, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Kentucky is generally lower than the national average. Rentals are usually quite affordable here. A nice 1 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere between 500-700 USD and a nice 2 bedroom apartment between 700-1000 USD. Dinner at a moderately priced restaurant could cost around 20 USD per person," commented one expat living in Kentucky.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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