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Average Rent in Trimble County, KY Rents rising 4.3% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 8,531

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Trimble County, KY has rental prices ranging from $647/month to $1,192/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $738/month — 47% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $67,813/year, spending $738/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Trimble County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $899/month, Trimble County ranks #29 most expensive of the 98 cities tracked in Kentucky — more affordable than 77% of all US cities in our data.

The Trimble County Rental Market

The Trimble County, KY area has a population of about 8,531 and 18% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Trimble County, KY have risen by $37/month (4.3%) over the past year, from $862 to $899. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Trimble County, KY without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $29,520. The local median household income of $67,813 exceeds that threshold by $38,293, making Trimble County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Trimble County, KY has an unemployment rate of 4.4%, 0.5 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$647
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$738
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$899
4.3% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,187
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,192
Affordable
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Is Trimble County, KY Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$35,960/year
Local median income: $67,813
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $899/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in KYlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Grant County$759$848$1,098$1,323
Lexington$799$982$1,165$1,583
Carter County$657$661$867$1,215
Huntington$844$850$971$1,259
Clarksville$916$976$1,229$1,722
Bowling Green$882$993$1,173$1,413

Rent or Buy in Trimble County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Trimble County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$899/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $899/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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