Cost of Living in Garden Plain, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
121.5
100 = national avg
+21.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,466
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,374
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.9
Food118.8
Transportation137.6
Healthcare115.0
Utilities113.9
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 Garden Plain is 121.5, which is 21.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,466 per year to cover basic expenses.