salaryRent is higher than in 60% of U.S. cities. Commutes are short, about 12.4 minutes. Most households rent (100%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $73,840 a year. That is $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Kentucky cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Kentucky. It is number 84 of 87 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Knox?
Share of households by yearly income. 27.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Knox
| Size | Fort Knox | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $519 | $1,338 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,069 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,585 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,939 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Knox overall?
Everyday prices in Kentucky overall are 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fort Knox, so the Kentucky figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fort Knox
Life in Fort Knox
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Knox, KY?
Renting in Fort Knox costs a median of about $1,846 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Kentucky median is $1,175.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Knox?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $73,840 a year, or $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Knox cheap or expensive?
Fort Knox is rated OK: rent takes 24.8% of the typical household income of $89,152. It ranks 84th cheapest of 87 Kentucky cities we track.
Is Fort Knox more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Kentucky are 10% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
8,836 people live in Fort Knox. Numbers are typical (middle) values.