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Cost of living in Wichita County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,797/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,115 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $788 28%
Federal tax $550 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $317 11%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $193 7%
State tax $169 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Wichita 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
$1,251
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wichita County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,282
per year
Individual earnings
$43,704
per year
Per capita
$35,838
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wichita County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$98,700
Annual property tax
$1,449

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wichita 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 Wichita County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.2%

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 Wichita 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 Wichita County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
12.9 min
Drive alone
67.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
11.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wichita County

What it costs to live in Wichita County each month.

Single person
$2,797
per month
  • Rent $788
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $169
Couple
$4,040
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $837
  • State tax $300
Family
$6,516
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $837
  • State tax $300

Frequently asked questions about Wichita County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wichita County?

In Wichita 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 Wichita County?

In Wichita County, KS, the average household income is $71,282 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,704 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wichita County?

The estimated cost of living in Wichita County, KS is approximately $2,797 per month for a single person, $4,040 for a couple, $6,516 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wichita County?

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

Is Wichita County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wichita County, KS would need approximately $2,797 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,282 per year ($5,940 per month). Wichita County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Wichita County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wichita County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wichita County?

The average home value in Wichita County, KS is $98,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,449, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wichita 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