Bison, KS is a small rural town in Kansas with a population of just over 400 people. It is known for its low cost of living, evidenced by its 2 bedroom rent prices being $720--$710 lower than the US average of $1,430. The Grocery Cost Index in Bison is also 91 versus 100 in the US. Although it is a small town with limited job opportunities, Bison has many local companies that provide employment to residents such as the Feed and Grain Co-Op, the Bison Auto Shop and Repair, and Josten's Market.
Bison has an unemployment rate of 3.0%. The US average is 6.0%.
Bison has seen the job market decrease by -5.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 10.3%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Bison
- The Sales Tax Rate for Bison is 6.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Bison is 5.7%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Bison
- The average income of a Bison resident is $25,863 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Bison resident is $56,429 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.