Cost of Living in St. Marys, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.9
100 = national avg
+2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,285
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,037
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing96.3
Food104.8
Transportation109.6
Healthcare103.9
Utilities102.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$875
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,068
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Marys is 102.9, which is 2.9% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 96.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,285 per year to cover basic expenses.