Cost of Living in Mentor, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.3
100 = national avg
+3.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,433
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,388
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.1
Food103.2
Transportation106.4
Healthcare102.5
Utilities102.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$770
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,009
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mentor is 103.3, which is 3.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,433 per year to cover basic expenses.