Cost of Living in Wamego, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.8
100 = national avg
+15.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,950
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,428
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.8
Food113.3
Transportation126.5
Healthcare110.6
Utilities110.1
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 Wamego is 115.8, which is 15.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,950 per year to cover basic expenses.