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Cost of living in Edwards County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,640/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,817 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $673 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $463 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $144 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Edwards County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$673
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,090
per month
4 bedroom
$1,362
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Edwards County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,792
per year
Individual earnings
$38,397
per year
Per capita
$32,481
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Edwards County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$70,500
Annual property tax
$1,123

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Edwards 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 Edwards County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.6%

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 Edwards 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 Edwards County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.5 min
Drive alone
78.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Edwards County

What it costs to live in Edwards County each month.

Single person
$2,640
per month
  • Rent $673
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $144
Couple
$3,740
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $217
Family
$6,084
per month
  • Rent $1,090
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $217

Frequently asked questions about Edwards County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Edwards County?

In Edwards County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $673 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,090 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Edwards County?

In Edwards County, KS, the average household income is $53,792 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,397 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Edwards County?

The estimated cost of living in Edwards County, KS is approximately $2,640 per month for a single person, $3,740 for a couple, $6,084 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Edwards County?

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

Is Edwards County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Edwards County, KS would need approximately $2,640 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,792 per year ($4,483 per month). Edwards County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Edwards County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Edwards County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Edwards County?

The average home value in Edwards County, KS is $70,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,123, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Edwards 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