Cost of Living in Buffalo, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.7
100 = national avg
-14.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,715
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,145
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing55.3
Food102.5
Transportation105.1
Healthcare102.0
Utilities92.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$668
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buffalo is 85.7, which is 14.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 55.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,715 per year to cover basic expenses.