Cost of Living in Belle Plaine, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.4
100 = national avg
-9.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,787
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,042
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.1
Food97.9
Transportation95.9
Healthcare98.4
Utilities94.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$812
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,065
per month
The overall cost of living index in Belle Plaine is 90.4, which is 9.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,787 per year to cover basic expenses.