Cost of Living in Hope, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.5
100 = national avg
-22.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,117
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,640
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing69.9
Food87.3
Transportation74.5
Healthcare89.8
Utilities86.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$669
per month
2 Bedroom
$878
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hope is 77.5, which is 22.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 69.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,117 per year to cover basic expenses.