Cost of Living in Wakefield, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.3
100 = national avg
-2.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,792
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,145
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.1
Food100.6
Transportation101.3
Healthcare100.5
Utilities98.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$724
per month
2 Bedroom
$950
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wakefield is 97.3, which is 2.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,792 per year to cover basic expenses.