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Cost of living in Coffey County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,647/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,304 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $475 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $147 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Coffey County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,108
per month
4 bedroom
$1,156
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Coffey County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,377
per year
Individual earnings
$39,076
per year
Per capita
$37,275
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Coffey County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$139,500
Annual property tax
$1,618

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Coffey 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 Coffey County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.6%

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 Coffey 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 Coffey County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.9 min
Drive alone
83.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
4.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Coffey County

What it costs to live in Coffey County each month.

Single person
$2,647
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $475
  • State tax $147
Couple
$4,028
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $773
  • State tax $282
Family
$6,390
per month
  • Rent $1,108
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $773
  • State tax $282

Frequently asked questions about Coffey County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Coffey County?

In Coffey County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,108 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Coffey County?

In Coffey County, KS, the average household income is $67,377 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,076 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Coffey County?

The estimated cost of living in Coffey County, KS is approximately $2,647 per month for a single person, $4,028 for a couple, $6,390 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Coffey County?

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

Is Coffey County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Coffey County, KS would need approximately $2,647 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,377 per year ($5,615 per month). Coffey County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Coffey County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Coffey County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Coffey County?

The average home value in Coffey County, KS is $139,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,618, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Coffey 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