Cost of Living in Paola, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.5
100 = national avg
+10.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,626
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,934
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.0
Food106.0
Transportation112.0
Healthcare104.8
Utilities106.4
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 Paola is 110.5, which is 10.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,626 per year to cover basic expenses.