Cost of Living in Lawrence, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.2
100 = national avg
+7.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,168
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,489
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.1
Food98.0
Transportation84.1
Healthcare98.4
Utilities104.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,006
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,182
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lawrence is 107.2, which is 7.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,168 per year to cover basic expenses.