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Cost of living in Dickinson County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,715/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,423 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 24%
Federal tax $527 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $163 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Dickinson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$660
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,145
per month
4 bedroom
$1,225
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dickinson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,982
per year
Individual earnings
$42,297
per year
Per capita
$36,242
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dickinson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$148,500
Annual property tax
$2,123

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dickinson 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 Dickinson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.2%

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 Dickinson 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 Dickinson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.6 min
Drive alone
79.6%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
6.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dickinson County

What it costs to live in Dickinson County each month.

Single person
$2,715
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $527
  • State tax $163
Couple
$4,041
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $783
  • State tax $285
Family
$6,440
per month
  • Rent $1,145
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $783
  • State tax $285

Frequently asked questions about Dickinson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dickinson County?

In Dickinson County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,145 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dickinson County?

In Dickinson County, KS, the average household income is $67,982 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,297 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dickinson County?

The estimated cost of living in Dickinson County, KS is approximately $2,715 per month for a single person, $4,041 for a couple, $6,440 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dickinson County?

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

Is Dickinson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dickinson County, KS would need approximately $2,715 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,982 per year ($5,665 per month). Dickinson County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Dickinson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dickinson County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dickinson County?

The average home value in Dickinson County, KS is $148,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,123, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dickinson 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