Wamego, KS Cost of Living


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Wamego cost of living score
89.6
Less expensive
10.4% lower
than the US average
7.8% higher
than the Kansas average
Wamego, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.4% lower than the U.S. average and 7.8% lower than the average for Kansas.

Wamego, KS

Housing costs in Wamego?
A typical home costs $255,900, which is 24.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.8% more expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Wamego costs $900 per month, which is 37.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 7.8% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Wamego?
To live comfortably in Wamego, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $48,960 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Wamego?
The cost of living in Wamego, KS is relatively low compared to the national average. The average cost of rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $450 per month. Groceries, utilities and other household expenses can be expected to run around 10-15% lower than the U.S. average due in part to the lower cost of housing in the area. Overall, Wamego provides an affordable living option for those looking to move or relocate to a more rural setting without sacrificing modern amenities or paying higher costs associated with urban areas.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWamegoKansasUnited States
  89.683.1100.0
  9893100
  108.4103.9100.0
  71.060.8100.0
  $255,900$194,100$338,100
  108.0%104.4%100.0%
  75.779.3100.0
  119.794.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I moved to Wamego from Wichita, Kansas. I will never, ever, EVER live in a big city again! Wamego has the warmth, and compassion of a true community neighborhood. My  More

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