What it actually costs to live in
Nicholas County, KY.
Living wage breakdown for Nicholas County, Kentucky — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $15.48 | $32,205 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $24.27 | $50,485 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $32.68 | $67,969 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $40.90 | $85,079 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $21.06 | $43,810 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $29.92 | $62,230 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $38.02 | $79,077 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $45.93 | $95,542 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $9,081 | $757 |
| Food | $4,332 | $361 |
| Medical | $3,351 | $279 |
| Transportation | $5,011 | $418 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,047 | $171 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,586 | $216 |
| Taxes | $5,797 | $483 |
| Total | $32,205 | $2,684 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$15.48/hr
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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