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Cost of living in Morris County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,659/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,388 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $675 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $476 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $148 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Morris County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$675
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,051
per month
4 bedroom
$1,342
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Morris County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,716
per year
Individual earnings
$39,145
per year
Per capita
$36,341
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Morris County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$120,900
Annual property tax
$1,870

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Morris 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 Morris County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.9%

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 Morris 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 Morris County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.5 min
Drive alone
83.0%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Morris County

What it costs to live in Morris County each month.

Single person
$2,659
per month
  • Rent $675
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $476
  • State tax $148
Couple
$3,802
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $598
  • State tax $231
Family
$6,107
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $598
  • State tax $231

Frequently asked questions about Morris County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Morris County?

In Morris County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $675 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 Morris County?

In Morris County, KS, the average household income is $56,716 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,145 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Morris County?

The estimated cost of living in Morris County, KS is approximately $2,659 per month for a single person, $3,802 for a couple, $6,107 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Morris County?

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

Is Morris County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Morris County, KS would need approximately $2,659 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,716 per year ($4,726 per month). Morris County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Morris County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Morris County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Morris County?

The average home value in Morris County, KS is $120,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,870, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Morris 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