Skip to main content
LiveWhere us
Midwest · West North Central

Cost of living in Kansas

Rent, taxes, earnings and more across all 105 Kansas counties.

Avg. 1-bed rent
$735/mo
Avg. household income
$64,428/yr
Avg. home value
$131,109
Avg. monthly cost
$2,696/mo
Cheapest county
Atchison County
$2,461/mo for a single person
Most expensive county
Johnson County
$3,560/mo for a single person

Last updated May 21, 2026

Taxes in Kansas

State income, sales and local tax rates.

State income tax
5.70%
Top marginal rate

Kansas has a graduated state income tax ranging from 3.1% to 5.7%.

State sales tax
6.50%
Combined sales tax
8.70%
incl. average local of 2.20%

Use our salary calculator to see your take-home pay in Kansas

Tax information is for general reference. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation.

Rent in Kansas

The average one-bedroom rent across Kansas is $735/mo. Rent varies from $665/mo in Atchison County to $1,183/mo in Wyandotte County.

Cheapest rent

Most expensive rent

Cheapest places to live in Kansas

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Rankings include rent, utilities, groceries, transport, healthcare and taxes. See our methodology.

Most expensive places to live in Kansas

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Highest earning counties in Kansas

Top 10 by average household income.

All 105 counties in Kansas

Sorted by population. Type to filter.

Compare any two areas in Kansas

Put two counties side by side to see how rent, taxes and everyday costs stack up.

Open comparison tool

Frequently asked questions about Kansas

Common questions about cost of living, taxes and rent.

What is the cost of living in Kansas?

The average cost of living in Kansas is approximately $2,696 per month for a single person. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare and taxes. Costs range from $2,461/mo in Atchison County to $3,560/mo in Johnson County.

What is the average rent in Kansas?

The average one-bedroom rent in Kansas is $735 per month, based on HUD Fair Market Rent data across all 105 counties.

What is the average salary in Kansas?

The average household income in Kansas is $64,428 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Does Kansas have state income tax?

Yes, Kansas has a graduated income tax ranging from 3.1% to 5.7%.

What is the sales tax in Kansas?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Kansas averages 8.70%. The state rate is 6.50% with an average local addition of 2.20%.

What are the cheapest places to live in Kansas?

The cheapest counties to live in Kansas based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Norton County ($2,359/mo), 2. Decatur County ($2,460/mo), 3. Atchison County ($2,461/mo), 4. Riley County ($2,512/mo), 5. Crawford County ($2,514/mo).

What are the most expensive places to live in Kansas?

The most expensive counties to live in Kansas based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Johnson County ($3,560/mo), 2. Miami County ($3,355/mo), 3. Leavenworth County ($3,335/mo), 4. Linn County ($3,191/mo), 5. Wyandotte County ($3,130/mo).

Use this research

Journalists, researchers and bloggers are welcome to cite and share this analysis. Please include a follow link back to this page when referencing our data. For bespoke analysis, expert comment, or high-resolution graphics, get in touch via our press office.

About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources.

  • U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year Estimates)
  • HUD Fair Market Rents FY2025
  • Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • Tax Foundation state and local rates
Methodology All data sources