Cost of Living in Ottawa, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.3
100 = national avg
-0.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,714
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,323
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing102.3
Food99.4
Transportation92.2
Healthcare99.5
Utilities100.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$789
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,020
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ottawa is 99.3, which is 0.7% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 102.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,714 per year to cover basic expenses.