Cost of Living in Ford, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.8
100 = national avg
-1.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,490
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,795
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.7
Food107.6
Transportation100.4
Healthcare106.1
Utilities101.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$739
per month
2 Bedroom
$969
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ford is 98.8, which is 1.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,490 per year to cover basic expenses.