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Cost of living in Stevens County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,639/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,212 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $690 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $449 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $140 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Stevens County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$649
per month
1 bedroom
$690
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,090
per month
4 bedroom
$1,200
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Stevens County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,909
per year
Individual earnings
$37,516
per year
Per capita
$31,270
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Stevens County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$124,500
Annual property tax
$2,239

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Stevens 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 Stevens County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.7%

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 Stevens 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 Stevens County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.6 min
Drive alone
79.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Stevens County

What it costs to live in Stevens County each month.

Single person
$2,639
per month
  • Rent $690
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $449
  • State tax $140
Couple
$3,945
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $683
  • State tax $256
Family
$6,256
per month
  • Rent $1,090
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $683
  • State tax $256

Frequently asked questions about Stevens County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Stevens County?

In Stevens County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $690 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,090 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Stevens County?

In Stevens County, KS, the average household income is $61,909 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,516 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Stevens County?

The estimated cost of living in Stevens County, KS is approximately $2,639 per month for a single person, $3,945 for a couple, $6,256 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Stevens County?

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

Is Stevens County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Stevens County, KS would need approximately $2,639 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,909 per year ($5,159 per month). Stevens County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Stevens County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Stevens County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Stevens County?

The average home value in Stevens County, KS is $124,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,239, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Stevens 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