Fort Scott, KS Cost of Living


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United States / Kansas / No Metro Area / Bourbon County / Fort Scott / Zip Codes

Fort Scott cost of living score
68.5
Less expensive
31.5% lower
than the US average
17.6% lower
than the Kansas average
Fort Scott, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 68.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.5% lower than the U.S. average and 17.6% higher than the average for Kansas.

Fort Scott, KS

Housing costs in Fort Scott?
A typical home costs $109,000, which is 67.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 43.8% less expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Scott costs $730 per month, which is 49.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 32.9% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Fort Scott?
To live comfortably in Fort Scott, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $20,880 for a family, and $22,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Scott?
Fort Scott, KS is known for its affordable cost of living. The overall cost of living index rating in the city is 78.9, which is lower than the national average. This means that residents can enjoy a variety of amenities and services for relatively low prices. Beyond basic necessities such as food, housing, and transportation, Fort Scott offers numerous recreational activities and cultural experiences at reasonable costs. In addition to these benefits, local taxes are considered relatively low compared to other areas in Kansas. All of this makes Fort Scott an ideal place to live for those who want to stretch their budget further without sacrificing quality or convenience.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort ScottKansasUnited States
  68.583.1100.0
  91.993100
  99.3103.9100.0
  26.660.8100.0
  $109,000$194,100$338,100
  105.4%104.4%100.0%
  66.779.3100.0
  81.994.8100.0

   100=National Average

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