Lancaster, KS Cost of Living


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Lancaster cost of living score
72.9
Less expensive
27.1% lower
than the US average
12.3% lower
than the Kansas average
Lancaster, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.1% lower than the U.S. average and 12.3% higher than the average for Kansas.

Lancaster, KS

Housing costs in Lancaster?
A typical home costs $172,800, which is 48.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 11.0% less expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lancaster costs $760 per month, which is 46.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 27.6% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Lancaster?
To live comfortably in Lancaster, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $33,120 for a family, and $23,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lancaster?
Lancaster, KS is an affordable place to live with plenty of amenities. The cost of living is quite low, especially when compared to the national average. Housing costs are particularly attractive, and many residents find that they can lead a comfortable lifestyle on less than the average income earned in other parts of the country. Groceries, transportation, and other daily necessities are also generally quite affordable in Lancaster, making it an ideal location for those looking to stretch their dollar further without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLancasterKansasUnited States
  72.983.1100.0
  94.493100
  106.5103.9100.0
  45.260.8100.0
  $172,800$194,100$338,100
  104.9%104.4%100.0%
  69.779.3100.0
  90.494.8100.0

   100=National Average

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