Cost of Living in Fort Scott, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.4
100 = national avg
-12.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,436
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,848
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing74.3
Food96.5
Transportation92.9
Healthcare97.2
Utilities92.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$713
per month
2 Bedroom
$936
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Scott is 87.4, which is 12.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,436 per year to cover basic expenses.