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Cost of living in Mitchell County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,679/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,767 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $682 25%
Federal tax $486 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $151 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Mitchell County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$682
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,222
per month
4 bedroom
$1,251
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Mitchell County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,233
per year
Individual earnings
$39,789
per year
Per capita
$36,913
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Mitchell County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$109,600
Annual property tax
$2,084

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Mitchell 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 Mitchell County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

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 Mitchell 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 Mitchell County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.6 min
Drive alone
78.1%
Public transit
1.6%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Mitchell County

What it costs to live in Mitchell County each month.

Single person
$2,679
per month
  • Rent $682
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $486
  • State tax $151
Couple
$3,834
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $623
  • State tax $238
Family
$6,310
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $623
  • State tax $238

Frequently asked questions about Mitchell County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Mitchell County?

In Mitchell County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $682 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 Mitchell County?

In Mitchell County, KS, the average household income is $58,233 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,789 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Mitchell County?

The estimated cost of living in Mitchell County, KS is approximately $2,679 per month for a single person, $3,834 for a couple, $6,310 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Mitchell County?

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

Is Mitchell County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Mitchell County, KS would need approximately $2,679 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,233 per year ($4,853 per month). Mitchell County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Mitchell County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Mitchell County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Mitchell County?

The average home value in Mitchell County, KS is $109,600, with average annual property taxes of $2,084, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Mitchell 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