Cost of Living in Plains, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.2
100 = national avg
-0.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,656
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,187
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.4
Food107.7
Transportation115.4
Healthcare106.2
Utilities100.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$668
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Plains is 99.2, which is 0.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,656 per year to cover basic expenses.