Cost of Living in Kansas
Kansas has 16 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Prices range from Wichita (cost index 89.4) to Kansas City (93.2), with a statewide average around 91.3 versus the US baseline of 100. Median rent is lowest in Hutchinson at $881/mo and highest in Leawood at $1,983/mo.
Kansas at a Glance
Cities Tracked
16
with census data
Avg Cost Index
91.3
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,191
per month
Avg Household Income
$84,123
annual median
Most & Least Affordable Cities
Most Affordable
| # | City | Cost Index |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wichita | 89.4 |
| 2 | Kansas City | 93.2 |
Most Expensive
| # | City | Cost Index |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas City | 93.2 |
| 2 | Wichita | 89.4 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100)
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Kansas Cities — Full Table
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| Wichita | 397,945 | 89.4 | $975 | $190,800 | $64,620 |
| Overland Park | 200,306 | — | $1,515 | $413,600 | $104,834 |
| Kansas City | 155,135 | 93.2 | $1,123 | $167,400 | $62,401 |
| Olathe | 145,057 | — | $1,314 | $364,700 | $114,009 |
| Topeka | 125,786 | — | $979 | $144,200 | $56,956 |
| Lawrence | 96,051 | — | $1,091 | $292,700 | $65,009 |
| Shawnee | 68,542 | — | $1,322 | $359,700 | $109,940 |
| Lenexa | 58,384 | — | $1,454 | $394,900 | $103,239 |
| Manhattan | 54,239 | — | $1,003 | $246,700 | $60,172 |
| Salina | 46,307 | — | $959 | $173,200 | $61,783 |
| Hutchinson | 39,709 | — | $881 | $125,000 | $58,687 |
| Leavenworth | 37,195 | — | $1,229 | $193,000 | $72,987 |
| Leawood | 33,809 | — | $1,983 | $658,800 | $185,625 |
| Garden City | 27,819 | — | $1,052 | $192,000 | $72,865 |
| Dodge City | 27,613 | — | $1,045 | $151,700 | $68,721 |
| Derby | 26,062 | — | $1,136 | $236,900 | $84,112 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in Kansas
What is the cost of living in Kansas?
The average cost of living index across cities in Kansas is approximately 91.3 (US average = 100), which is slightly below the US average. Median gross rent averages around $1,191/month and median household income averages around $84,123/year.
What are the cheapest cities to live in Kansas?
The most affordable cities in Kansas by cost of living index are: 1. Wichita (index 89.4), 2. Kansas City (index 93.2).
What is the median rent in Kansas?
The average median gross rent across cities in Kansas is approximately $1,191/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Kansas?
State income tax information for Kansas is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in Kansas?
Sales tax information for Kansas is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to Kansas?
Kansas has a cost of living index of approximately 91.3 and average median rent around $1,191/month. It is generally more affordable than the US average, which can offset moving costs over time. Use our moving guides for salary equivalence calculations.
Data last updated: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology