Cost of Living in Augusta, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.1
100 = national avg
-2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,743
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,029
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.2
Food96.3
Transportation92.6
Healthcare97.0
Utilities98.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$849
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,099
per month
The overall cost of living index in Augusta is 97.1, which is 2.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,743 per year to cover basic expenses.