Cost of Living in Clay Center, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.6
100 = national avg
-8.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,316
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,292
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.9
Food93.1
Transportation86.2
Healthcare94.5
Utilities94.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$724
per month
2 Bedroom
$950
per month
The overall cost of living index in Clay Center is 91.6, which is 8.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,316 per year to cover basic expenses.