Leitchfield, KY vs Raceland, KY

Leitchfield, KY and Raceland, KY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.5% difference in their overall index. Leitchfield scores 62 while Raceland scores 65 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Leitchfield is $588/month compared to $809/month in Raceland — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Leitchfield has cheaper rent, Raceland actually has lower median home values ($117,800 vs $156,700).

Median household income in Leitchfield is $47,168 compared to $61,923 in Raceland (-23.8%). While Raceland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Leitchfield spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, less than the 15.7% in Raceland.