Riley County, KS Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Riley, Kansas?
$3,660 / month
for a family, 32.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $43,920 for the year for a family.
$2,600 / month
for a single person, 45.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $31,200 for the year for a single person.

Riley cost of living score
83.4
Less expensive
16.6% lower
than the US average
0.4% higher
than the Kansas average
Riley Kan County, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.6% lower than the U.S. average and 0.4% lower than the average for Kansas.

Riley County, KS

Housing costs in Riley?
A typical home costs $229,300, which is 32.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 18.1% more expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Riley 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 Riley?
To live comfortably in Riley Kan County, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $43,920 for a family, and $31,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Riley?
Riley, KS County has a cost of living that is lower than the US average. The county's cost of living index is 83.4, which is 16.6 points below the national average of 100. This means that the total cost of goods and services in Riley, KS County are generally lower than those in other parts of the United States. The median house value in Riley, KS County is $229,300, significantly less than the US average house value of $338,100. This makes Riley an attractive option for those looking for affordability and access to quality amenities.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock83.1100.0
  96.5  Unlock100.0
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  68.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,100$338,100
  108.6  Unlock100.0
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  118.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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