Paducah, KY

Metro area in Kentucky · Updated Jan 2026

12-Month Forecast ↑ +1.3%

Median Home Value

$164,849

↑ +2.3%

Year-over-year

Median Rent

$1,303/mo

↑ +5.3%

Year-over-year

Rental Yield

9.5%

Excellent for investors

5-Year Appreciation

+32.3%

Income Needed to Buy

$44,208

20% down, 30% DTI max

Active Listings

402

For-sale inventory

Price-to-Rent Ratio

10.5

Favors buying

Price Forecast

1 Month

↑ +0.2%

3 Months

↑ +0.9%

12 Months

↑ +1.3%

5-Year Price Trend

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