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Cost of living in Kiowa County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,612/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,422 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $447 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $140 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Kiowa County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,054
per month
4 bedroom
$1,156
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kiowa County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$73,214
per year
Individual earnings
$37,419
per year
Per capita
$38,482
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kiowa County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$152,400
Annual property tax
$1,766

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kiowa 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 Kiowa 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 Kiowa 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 Kiowa County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
12.2 min
Drive alone
76.3%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
8.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kiowa County

What it costs to live in Kiowa County each month.

Single person
$2,612
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $447
  • State tax $140
Couple
$4,151
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $868
  • State tax $310
Family
$6,459
per month
  • Rent $1,054
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $868
  • State tax $310

Frequently asked questions about Kiowa County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kiowa County?

In Kiowa County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,054 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kiowa County?

In Kiowa County, KS, the average household income is $73,214 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,419 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kiowa County?

The estimated cost of living in Kiowa County, KS is approximately $2,612 per month for a single person, $4,151 for a couple, $6,459 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kiowa County?

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

Is Kiowa County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kiowa County, KS would need approximately $2,612 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $73,214 per year ($6,101 per month). Kiowa County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kiowa County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kiowa 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 Kiowa County?

The average home value in Kiowa County, KS is $152,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,766, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kiowa 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