Cost of living in Ness County, KS
Population 2,659 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Ness County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Ness County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Ness County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Ness County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Ness 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 Ness 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 Ness County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Ness County
What it costs to live in Ness County each month.
- Rent $665
- Energy $193
- Water $50
- Groceries $317
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $529
- State tax $163
- Rent $872
- Energy $232
- Water $60
- Groceries $525
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $752
- State tax $276
- Rent $1,195
- Energy $290
- Water $70
- Groceries $797
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $752
- State tax $276
Frequently asked questions about Ness County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Ness County?
In Ness County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,195 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Ness County?
In Ness County, KS, the average household income is $66,107 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,412 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Ness County?
The estimated cost of living in Ness County, KS is approximately $2,717 per month for a single person, $4,001 for a couple, $6,450 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Ness County?
The combined sales tax rate in Ness County, KS is 8.70%, which includes the Kansas state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 2.20%.
Is Ness County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Ness County, KS would need approximately $2,717 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,107 per year ($5,509 per month). Ness County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Ness County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ness County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Ness County?
The average home value in Ness County, KS is $85,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,678, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Ness 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