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Cost of living in Kearny County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$3,050/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,910 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $989 32%
Federal tax $536 18%
Healthcare $480 16%
Transport $320 10%
Groceries $317 10%
Energy $193 6%
State tax $165 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Kearny County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$931
per month
1 bedroom
$989
per month
2 bedroom
$1,298
per month
3 bedroom
$1,564
per month
4 bedroom
$1,721
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kearny County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,135
per year
Individual earnings
$42,827
per year
Per capita
$31,556
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kearny County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$152,500
Annual property tax
$1,867

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kearny 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 Kearny County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.5%

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 Kearny 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 Kearny County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.4 min
Drive alone
77.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kearny County

What it costs to live in Kearny County each month.

Single person
$3,050
per month
  • Rent $989
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $536
  • State tax $165
Couple
$4,596
per month
  • Rent $1,298
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $883
  • State tax $314
Family
$6,988
per month
  • Rent $1,564
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $883
  • State tax $314

Frequently asked questions about Kearny County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kearny County?

In Kearny County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $989 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,298 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,564 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kearny County?

In Kearny County, KS, the average household income is $74,135 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,827 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kearny County?

The estimated cost of living in Kearny County, KS is approximately $3,050 per month for a single person, $4,596 for a couple, $6,988 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kearny County?

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

Is Kearny County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kearny County, KS would need approximately $3,050 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,135 per year ($6,178 per month). Kearny County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kearny County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kearny County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kearny County?

The average home value in Kearny County, KS is $152,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,867, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kearny 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