Cost of Living in Wathena, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.2
100 = national avg
+7.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,189
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,539
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.4
Food114.6
Transportation129.2
Healthcare111.7
Utilities105.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$832
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wathena is 107.2, which is 7.2% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,189 per year to cover basic expenses.