Garden, KS Cost of Living


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Garden cost of living score
81.8
Less expensive
18.2% lower
than the US average
1.6% lower
than the Kansas average
Garden, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.2% lower than the U.S. average and 1.6% higher than the average for Kansas.

Garden, KS

Housing costs in Garden?
A typical home costs $211,900, which is 37.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.2% more expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Garden costs $950 per month, which is 33.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.1% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Garden?
To live comfortably in Garden, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $40,680 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Garden?
Garden City, KS is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in Garden City is below the national average, making it a great city for people looking to stretch their budget. Housing prices are well below the average rate compared to other cities across the country and residents can find many high-quality rental options at reasonable rates. Grocery stores offer competitive pricing and a variety of choices, giving residents even more opportunities to save money. Additionally, there are plenty of free or low-cost activities for those looking for outdoor recreation or entertainment options. All in all, Garden City is an excellent choice for those seeking affordability without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGardenKansasUnited States
  81.883.1100.0
  96.493100
  116.8103.9100.0
  63.760.8100.0
  $211,900$194,100$338,100
  101.8%104.4%100.0%
  65.379.3100.0
  89.694.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I visited Garden City, KS for 3 weeks. As I write this, my glasses are broken, so I hope my touch typing is in shape and this is legible. I found Garden City to be a  More

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Over 16 years ago

Pros: 1. Low crime rate 2. Low cost of living and housing 3. Affordable place to live Cons: 1. Very poor school system 2. Not much to do 3. Bad weather (too  More

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low to mid range housing in compared to nation. Median home is 130,000 dollars. arid desert environment, temperatures average 70's . great golf courses, clean  More

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