Cost of Living in Elbing, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.4
100 = national avg
+4.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,941
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,589
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.3
Food111.9
Transportation123.8
Healthcare109.5
Utilities103.8
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 Elbing is 104.4, which is 4.4% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,941 per year to cover basic expenses.