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Cost of living in Marshall County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,658/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,001 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 25%
Federal tax $483 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $150 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Marshall County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,222
per month
4 bedroom
$1,464
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Marshall County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,828
per year
Individual earnings
$39,581
per year
Per capita
$36,220
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Marshall County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$119,500
Annual property tax
$1,529

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Marshall 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 Marshall County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.0%

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 Marshall 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 Marshall County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.0 min
Drive alone
76.8%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
5.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Marshall County

What it costs to live in Marshall County each month.

Single person
$2,658
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $483
  • State tax $150
Couple
$4,100
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $829
  • State tax $298
Family
$6,576
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $829
  • State tax $298

Frequently asked questions about Marshall County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Marshall County?

In Marshall County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,222 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Marshall County?

In Marshall County, KS, the average household income is $70,828 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,581 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Marshall County?

The estimated cost of living in Marshall County, KS is approximately $2,658 per month for a single person, $4,100 for a couple, $6,576 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Marshall County?

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

Is Marshall County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Marshall County, KS would need approximately $2,658 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,828 per year ($5,902 per month). Marshall County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Marshall County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Marshall County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Marshall County?

The average home value in Marshall County, KS is $119,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,529, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Marshall 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