Cost of Living in The Highlands, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.4
100 = national avg
+32.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,245
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,670
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing154.8
Food113.6
Transportation127.2
Healthcare110.9
Utilities119.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$729
per month
2 Bedroom
$957
per month
The overall cost of living index in The Highlands is 132.4, which is 32.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 154.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,245 per year to cover basic expenses.