Cost of living in Neosho County, KS
Population 15,715 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Neosho County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Neosho County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Neosho County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Neosho County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Neosho County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Neosho County
State and local tax rates for Kansas.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Neosho County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Neosho County
What it costs to live in Neosho County each month.
- Rent $665
- Energy $193
- Water $50
- Groceries $317
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $438
- State tax $137
- Rent $872
- Energy $232
- Water $60
- Groceries $525
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $581
- State tax $226
- Rent $1,173
- Energy $290
- Water $70
- Groceries $797
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $581
- State tax $226
Frequently asked questions about Neosho County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Neosho County?
In Neosho County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,173 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Neosho County?
In Neosho County, KS, the average household income is $55,704 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,828 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Neosho County?
The estimated cost of living in Neosho County, KS is approximately $2,600 per month for a single person, $3,780 for a couple, $6,207 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Neosho County?
The combined sales tax rate in Neosho County, KS is 8.70%, which includes the Kansas state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 2.20%.
Is Neosho County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Neosho County, KS would need approximately $2,600 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,704 per year ($4,642 per month). Neosho County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Neosho County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Neosho County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Neosho County?
The average home value in Neosho County, KS is $101,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,501, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Neosho 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