Cost of Living in Smith Center, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.3
100 = national avg
-20.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,878
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,439
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.0
Food91.2
Transportation82.5
Healthcare93.0
Utilities87.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$762
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Smith Center is 79.3, which is 20.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,878 per year to cover basic expenses.