Cost of Living in Alma, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.3
100 = national avg
-1.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,261
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,254
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing106.0
Food94.1
Transportation97.4
Healthcare95.2
Utilities97.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$820
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,057
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alma is 98.3, which is 1.7% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 106.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,261 per year to cover basic expenses.