Cost of Living in Alden, KS: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 75, Alden, KS is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 25% cheaper than the national average and 4% above the Kansas state average of 72. Alden is a small community of 110 residents.

The median household income in Alden is $38,750, which is 48% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Alden. The area sees an average annual temperature of 56.1°F, with summers averaging 78°F and winters around 34°F. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches spread over roughly 85 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Housing

Median Home Value

$49,300

Median Monthly Housing Cost

$405/mo

Climate in Alden

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

56.1°F

Avg Temperature

28.3"

Rainfall / Year

85d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	44	48	59	68	78	88	93	91	83	71	57	45
Avg °F	32	36	46	55	66	76	81	78	70	57	44	34
Low °F	20	23	33	42	53	64	68	66	57	44	31	22
Rain"	0.6	1.1	2.0	2.3	4.8	4.2	3.3	3.4	2.0	2.3	1.1	1.2

Cost of Living in Alden, KS