Cost of Living in Nickerson, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.7
100 = national avg
-20.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,085
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,927
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.6
Food89.5
Transportation78.9
Healthcare91.6
Utilities87.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$729
per month
2 Bedroom
$957
per month
The overall cost of living index in Nickerson is 79.7, which is 20.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,085 per year to cover basic expenses.