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Cost of living in Rush County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,704/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,957 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $788 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $423 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $133 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Rush County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$788
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,222
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Rush County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,288
per year
Individual earnings
$35,947
per year
Per capita
$45,168
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Rush County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$79,300
Annual property tax
$1,504

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Rush 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 Rush County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.9%

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 Rush 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 Rush County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.6 min
Drive alone
78.2%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
8.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Rush County

What it costs to live in Rush County each month.

Single person
$2,704
per month
  • Rent $788
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $423
  • State tax $133
Couple
$3,878
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $248
Family
$6,354
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $248

Frequently asked questions about Rush County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Rush County?

In Rush County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $788 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,222 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Rush County?

In Rush County, KS, the average household income is $60,288 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,947 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Rush County?

The estimated cost of living in Rush County, KS is approximately $2,704 per month for a single person, $3,878 for a couple, $6,354 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Rush County?

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

Is Rush County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Rush County, KS would need approximately $2,704 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,288 per year ($5,024 per month). Rush County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Rush County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Rush County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Rush County?

The average home value in Rush County, KS is $79,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,504, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Rush 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