Cost of Living in Cunningham, KS

With a cost of living index of 58, Cunningham, KS is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 42% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the Kansas state average of 72. Cunningham is a small community of 457 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Cunningham's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $629 (52% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $91,700 (70% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Cunningham is $58,077, which is 23% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. 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 Cunningham. The area sees an average annual temperature of 57.9°F, with summers averaging 80°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches spread over roughly 80 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.