Cost of Living in Whitewater, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.7
100 = national avg
-0.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,848
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,640
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.2
Food104.9
Transportation109.9
Healthcare103.9
Utilities100.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$849
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,099
per month
The overall cost of living index in Whitewater is 99.7, which is 0.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,848 per year to cover basic expenses.