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Cost of living in Sherman County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,616/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,919 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $694 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $428 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $134 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Sherman County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$653
per month
1 bedroom
$694
per month
2 bedroom
$910
per month
3 bedroom
$1,096
per month
4 bedroom
$1,305
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sherman County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,444
per year
Individual earnings
$36,231
per year
Per capita
$46,410
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sherman County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$126,300
Annual property tax
$1,986

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sherman 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 Sherman County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.9%

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 Sherman 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 Sherman County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
11.4 min
Drive alone
75.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
14.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sherman County

What it costs to live in Sherman County each month.

Single person
$2,616
per month
  • Rent $694
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $428
  • State tax $134
Couple
$4,004
per month
  • Rent $910
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $725
  • State tax $268
Family
$6,316
per month
  • Rent $1,096
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $725
  • State tax $268

Frequently asked questions about Sherman County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sherman County?

In Sherman County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $694 per month, a two-bedroom averages $910 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,096 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sherman County?

In Sherman County, KS, the average household income is $64,444 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,231 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sherman County?

The estimated cost of living in Sherman County, KS is approximately $2,616 per month for a single person, $4,004 for a couple, $6,316 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sherman County?

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

Is Sherman County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sherman County, KS would need approximately $2,616 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,444 per year ($5,370 per month). Sherman County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Sherman County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sherman County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sherman County?

The average home value in Sherman County, KS is $126,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,986, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sherman 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