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Cost of living in Wallace County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,684/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,459 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 25%
Federal tax $503 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $156 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Wallace County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,151
per month
4 bedroom
$1,251
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wallace County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,263
per year
Individual earnings
$40,818
per year
Per capita
$35,831
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wallace County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$94,200
Annual property tax
$1,449

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wallace 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 Wallace County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.8%

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 Wallace 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 Wallace County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.4 min
Drive alone
75.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
8.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wallace County

What it costs to live in Wallace County each month.

Single person
$2,684
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $503
  • State tax $156
Couple
$3,877
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $656
  • State tax $248
Family
$6,282
per month
  • Rent $1,151
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $656
  • State tax $248

Frequently asked questions about Wallace County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wallace County?

In Wallace County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,151 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wallace County?

In Wallace County, KS, the average household income is $60,263 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,818 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wallace County?

The estimated cost of living in Wallace County, KS is approximately $2,684 per month for a single person, $3,877 for a couple, $6,282 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wallace County?

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

Is Wallace County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wallace County, KS would need approximately $2,684 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,263 per year ($5,022 per month). Wallace County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wallace County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wallace County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wallace County?

The average home value in Wallace County, KS is $94,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,449, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wallace 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