Cost of Living in Oskaloosa, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.5
100 = national avg
+5.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,420
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,721
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.4
Food110.6
Transportation121.1
Healthcare108.5
Utilities104.2
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 Oskaloosa is 105.5, which is 5.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,420 per year to cover basic expenses.