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Valley Center, KS is a great place to live with close proximity to local businesses and attractions. With an average two bedroom rent of $1,060 per month, it is much more affordable than the US average of $1,430. The grocery cost index in Valley Center is also lower, coming in at 97 compared to the US average of 100. This makes Valley Center even more attractive for those looking for a less expensive place to live without sacrificing quality. \nLocal businesses in Valley Center include Stansberry Oil Company, Valley Center Fire Equipment & Supply Co., and Seven Bar Ranch. These businesses have been providing services to the community for many years and have become a part of the identity of Valley Center. With these companies and other local stores, there are plenty of options for residents here in Valley Center.

Valley Center has an unemployment rate of 5.6%. The US average is 6.0%.

Valley Center has seen the job market increase by 0.5% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 24.6%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Valley Center
- The Sales Tax Rate for Valley Center is 7.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Valley Center 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 Valley Center
- The average income of a Valley Center resident is $26,455 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Valley Center resident is $64,811 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyValley Center, KansasUnited States
  5.66
  -4.0%-6.2%
  24.6%33.5%
  7.5%6.2%
  5.7%4.6%
  $27,416$37,638
  $64,811$69,021
  $73,628$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.0%1.2%
  0.2%0.5%
  11.7%6.8%
  14.3%10.0%
  2.9%2.5%
  11.8%11.0%
  2.9%4.8%
  1.0%0.8%
  1.3%1.9%
  2.7%4.7%
  1.2%1.9%
  1.3%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.8%4.2%
  9.6%9.3%
  20.9%14.0%
  0.3%2.1%
  4.2%7.0%
  6.3%4.8%
  3.8%4.7%
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We moved to Valley Center seven years ago. We found a house on five acres just north of town next to farm acreage. Perfect location as we were returning to the Wichita  More

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We have lived in Valley Center for a couple of years. It was a relatively quiet and friendly town. While it still is, traffic is increasing as more people discover  More

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Over 18 years ago

Valley Center is a wonderful place to raise a family! Its your basic traditional small town with a friendly atmosphere. Everyone knows everyone and you will always walk  More

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