Cost of Living in Meriden, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.6
100 = national avg
+1.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,688
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,627
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.9
Food106.8
Transportation113.6
Healthcare105.4
Utilities101.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$820
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,057
per month
The overall cost of living index in Meriden is 101.6, which is 1.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,688 per year to cover basic expenses.