Fulton, KY vs Lebanon, KY

Fulton is moderately more affordable than Lebanon, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Fulton scores 55 compared to 64 for Lebanon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lebanon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fulton is $588/month compared to $702/month in Lebanon — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fulton is more affordable at $61,200 median vs $130,100.

Median household income in Fulton is $36,037 compared to $39,483 in Lebanon (-8.7%). The higher salaries in Lebanon partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Fulton spend roughly 19.6% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Lebanon.