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Cost of living in Harper County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,571/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,446 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $416 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 8%
State tax $130 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Harper County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,113
per month
4 bedroom
$1,251
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Harper County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,417
per year
Individual earnings
$35,481
per year
Per capita
$28,555
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Harper County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$77,300
Annual property tax
$1,379

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Harper 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 Harper County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.1%

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 Harper 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 Harper County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.6 min
Drive alone
78.8%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Harper County

What it costs to live in Harper County each month.

Single person
$2,571
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $416
  • State tax $130
Couple
$3,775
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $225
Family
$6,142
per month
  • Rent $1,113
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $225

Frequently asked questions about Harper County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Harper County?

In Harper County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,113 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Harper County?

In Harper County, KS, the average household income is $55,417 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,481 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Harper County?

The estimated cost of living in Harper County, KS is approximately $2,571 per month for a single person, $3,775 for a couple, $6,142 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Harper County?

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

Is Harper County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Harper County, KS would need approximately $2,571 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,417 per year ($4,618 per month). Harper County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Harper County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Harper County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Harper County?

The average home value in Harper County, KS is $77,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,379, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Harper 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