Cost of Living in Waterville, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.2
100 = national avg
-3.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,316
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,019
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.1
Food104.0
Transportation108.0
Healthcare103.2
Utilities98.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$668
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waterville is 96.2, which is 3.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,316 per year to cover basic expenses.