Cost of Living in Baldwin City, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.4
100 = national avg
+19.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,556
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,223
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.4
Food112.6
Transportation125.1
Healthcare110.0
Utilities112.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,006
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,182
per month
The overall cost of living index in Baldwin City is 119.4, which is 19.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,556 per year to cover basic expenses.