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Cost of living in Thomas County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,578/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,913 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $421 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $132 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Thomas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,061
per month
4 bedroom
$1,251
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Thomas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$73,575
per year
Individual earnings
$35,830
per year
Per capita
$39,637
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Thomas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$165,900
Annual property tax
$2,192

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Thomas 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 Thomas County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.4%

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 Thomas 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 Thomas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
11.4 min
Drive alone
81.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Thomas County

What it costs to live in Thomas County each month.

Single person
$2,578
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $421
  • State tax $132
Couple
$4,158
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $874
  • State tax $311
Family
$6,473
per month
  • Rent $1,061
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $874
  • State tax $311

Frequently asked questions about Thomas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Thomas County?

In Thomas County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,061 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Thomas County?

In Thomas County, KS, the average household income is $73,575 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,830 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Thomas County?

The estimated cost of living in Thomas County, KS is approximately $2,578 per month for a single person, $4,158 for a couple, $6,473 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Thomas County?

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

Is Thomas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Thomas County, KS would need approximately $2,578 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $73,575 per year ($6,131 per month). Thomas County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Thomas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Thomas County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Thomas County?

The average home value in Thomas County, KS is $165,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,192, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Thomas 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