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Cost of living in Barber County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,714/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,153 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $767 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $447 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $140 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Barber County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$767
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,158
per month
4 bedroom
$1,464
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Barber County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,615
per year
Individual earnings
$37,424
per year
Per capita
$34,620
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Barber County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$92,700
Annual property tax
$1,542

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Barber County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$136
per month · 15.1¢/kWh
Natural gas
$57
per month
Annual total
$2,316
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Barber County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.9%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Barber County

State and local tax rates for Kansas.

State income tax
5.7%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
8.7%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Barber County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.1 min
Drive alone
85.1%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Barber County

What it costs to live in Barber County each month.

Single person
$2,714
per month
  • Rent $767
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $447
  • State tax $140
Couple
$3,822
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $613
  • State tax $236
Family
$6,234
per month
  • Rent $1,158
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $613
  • State tax $236

Frequently asked questions about Barber County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Barber County?

In Barber County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $767 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,158 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Barber County?

In Barber County, KS, the average household income is $57,615 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,424 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Barber County?

The estimated cost of living in Barber County, KS is approximately $2,714 per month for a single person, $3,822 for a couple, $6,234 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Barber County?

The combined sales tax rate in Barber County, KS is 8.70%, which includes the Kansas state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 2.20%.

Is Barber County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Barber County, KS would need approximately $2,714 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,615 per year ($4,801 per month). Barber County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Barber County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Barber County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Barber County?

The average home value in Barber County, KS is $92,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,542, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Barber County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources