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Cost of living in Labette County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,574/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,949 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $418 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $131 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Labette County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,051
per month
4 bedroom
$1,196
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Labette County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,439
per year
Individual earnings
$35,635
per year
Per capita
$29,602
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Labette County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$92,100
Annual property tax
$1,499

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Labette 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 Labette County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

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 Labette 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 Labette County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.0 min
Drive alone
76.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Labette County

What it costs to live in Labette County each month.

Single person
$2,574
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $418
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,775
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $225
Family
$6,080
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $225

Frequently asked questions about Labette County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Labette County?

In Labette County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,051 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Labette County?

In Labette County, KS, the average household income is $55,439 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,635 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Labette County?

The estimated cost of living in Labette County, KS is approximately $2,574 per month for a single person, $3,775 for a couple, $6,080 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Labette County?

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

Is Labette County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Labette County, KS would need approximately $2,574 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,439 per year ($4,620 per month). Labette County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Labette County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Labette County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Labette County?

The average home value in Labette County, KS is $92,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,499, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Labette 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