Cost of Living in El Dorado, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.6
100 = national avg
-12.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,561
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,143
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.1
Food91.9
Transportation83.8
Healthcare93.5
Utilities92.4
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 El Dorado is 87.6, which is 12.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,561 per year to cover basic expenses.