Longton, KS Cost of Living


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United States / Kansas / No Metro Area / Elk County / Longton / Zip Codes

Longton cost of living score
68.7
Less expensive
31.3% lower
than the US average
17.3% lower
than the Kansas average
Longton, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 68.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.3% lower than the U.S. average and 17.3% higher than the average for Kansas.

Longton, KS

Housing costs in Longton?
A typical home costs $59,800, which is 82.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 69.2% less expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Longton costs $720 per month, which is 49.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 34.7% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Longton?
To live comfortably in Longton, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $11,520 for a family, and $22,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Longton?
Longton, KS is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in Longton is lower compared to the national average, making it a great place for people on a budget. Housing in Longton is particularly inexpensive, with the median home value coming in at just over $90,000. Other living costs such as groceries and healthcare are also lower than the national average. Furthermore, utility prices in Longton are some of the lowest in the state, which makes it a very competitive market for residents looking to save money on their monthly bills. All together, this makes Longton an ideal destination for those looking to stretch their dollar farther.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLongtonKansasUnited States
  68.783.1100.0
  89.393100
  102.5103.9100.0
  11.760.8100.0
  $59,800$194,100$338,100
  106.5%104.4%100.0%
  83.179.3100.0
  79.094.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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As a child, I spent many summers in Longton. The people are VERY friendly. No matter who you are, people wave at you. Now, that my job has brought me to a big city  More

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Over 18 years ago

Longton is one of the nicest places I have ever lived and I have been all over the U.S.. Its close to good fishing. Good camping facilities. Only 30 miles from  More

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