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Cost of living in Pawnee County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,518/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,220 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $429 17%
Groceries $317 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $193 8%
State tax $134 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pawnee County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,208
per month
4 bedroom
$1,251
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pawnee County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,625
per year
Individual earnings
$36,304
per year
Per capita
$39,318
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pawnee County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$102,400
Annual property tax
$1,832

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pawnee 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 Pawnee County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.1%

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 Pawnee 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 Pawnee County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.2 min
Drive alone
69.5%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pawnee County

What it costs to live in Pawnee County each month.

Single person
$2,518
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $429
  • State tax $134
Couple
$3,878
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $711
  • State tax $264
Family
$6,340
per month
  • Rent $1,208
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $711
  • State tax $264

Frequently asked questions about Pawnee County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pawnee County?

In Pawnee County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,208 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pawnee County?

In Pawnee County, KS, the average household income is $63,625 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,304 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pawnee County?

The estimated cost of living in Pawnee County, KS is approximately $2,518 per month for a single person, $3,878 for a couple, $6,340 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pawnee County?

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

Is Pawnee County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pawnee County, KS would need approximately $2,518 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,625 per year ($5,302 per month). Pawnee County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pawnee County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pawnee County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pawnee County?

The average home value in Pawnee County, KS is $102,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,832, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pawnee 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