Cost of Living in Mankato, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
71.6
100 = national avg
-28.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,518
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$74,496
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing49.4
Food89.2
Transportation78.3
Healthcare91.3
Utilities83.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$712
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mankato is 71.6, which is 28.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 49.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,518 per year to cover basic expenses.