Cost of Living in Hillsboro, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.7
100 = national avg
-14.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,719
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,155
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.4
Food94.2
Transportation88.3
Healthcare95.3
Utilities91.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$688
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hillsboro is 85.7, which is 14.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,719 per year to cover basic expenses.