Cost of Living in Merriam, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.5
100 = national avg
+14.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,370
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,057
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing127.6
Food104.8
Transportation109.6
Healthcare103.8
Utilities108.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,197
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,358
per month
The overall cost of living index in Merriam is 114.5, which is 14.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 127.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,370 per year to cover basic expenses.