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Cost of living in Woodson County, KS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,545/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,118 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $745 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $333 13%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $193 8%
State tax $107 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Woodson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$745
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,167
per month
4 bedroom
$1,304
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Woodson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,152
per year
Individual earnings
$30,461
per year
Per capita
$29,024
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Woodson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$77,100
Annual property tax
$1,396

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Woodson 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 Woodson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.4%

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 Woodson 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 Woodson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.6 min
Drive alone
81.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Woodson County

What it costs to live in Woodson County each month.

Single person
$2,545
per month
  • Rent $745
  • Energy $193
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $333
  • State tax $107
Couple
$3,629
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $232
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $465
  • State tax $191
Family
$6,050
per month
  • Rent $1,167
  • Energy $290
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $465
  • State tax $191

Frequently asked questions about Woodson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Woodson County?

In Woodson County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $745 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,167 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Woodson County?

In Woodson County, KS, the average household income is $48,152 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,461 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Woodson County?

The estimated cost of living in Woodson County, KS is approximately $2,545 per month for a single person, $3,629 for a couple, $6,050 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Woodson County?

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

Is Woodson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Woodson County, KS would need approximately $2,545 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,152 per year ($4,013 per month). Woodson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Woodson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Woodson County, KS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Woodson County?

The average home value in Woodson County, KS is $77,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,396, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Woodson 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