Cost of Living in Kensington, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
75.8
100 = national avg
-24.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,365
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$78,862
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.1
Food95.2
Transportation71.0
Healthcare96.1
Utilities87.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$762
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kensington is 75.8, which is 24.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,365 per year to cover basic expenses.