Cost of Living in Bowling Green, KY
Population: 73,638 • 2026 Data
$48,419
Median Household Income
-37% vs national
$948
Median Monthly Rent
-30% vs national
$232,100
Median Home Value
-32% vs national
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bowling Green
The median home value in Bowling Green, KY is $232,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $948, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $966.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bowling Green, KY is $48,419. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1%, with a labor force of 39,086 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.