Cost of Living in Menlo, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.5
100 = national avg
-1.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,339
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,438
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.4
Food104.8
Transportation109.6
Healthcare103.8
Utilities99.8
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 Menlo is 98.5, which is 1.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,339 per year to cover basic expenses.