Cost of Living in Fort Riley, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.6
100 = national avg
+2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,165
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,753
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing130.3
Food90.4
Transportation80.7
Healthcare92.3
Utilities100.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$875
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,068
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Riley is 102.6, which is 2.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 130.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,165 per year to cover basic expenses.