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Cost of living in Neosho County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,600/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,715 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $438 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $137 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Neosho County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$660
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,173
per month
4 bedroom
$1,439
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Neosho County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,704
per year
Individual earnings
$36,828
per year
Per capita
$30,510
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Neosho County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$101,200
Annual property tax
$1,501

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Neosho 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 Neosho County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.7%

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.

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 Neosho County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.5 min
Drive alone
76.7%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Neosho County

What it costs to live in Neosho County each month.

Single person
$2,600
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $438
  • State tax $137
Couple
$3,780
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $581
  • State tax $226
Family
$6,207
per month
  • 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