Cost of Living in Edna, KS

With a cost of living index of 64, Edna, KS is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 36% cheaper than the national average and 8% below the Kansas state average of 72. Edna is a small community of 357 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Edna's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $844 (36% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $84,400 (72% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Edna is $57,222, which is 24% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 18% 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 Edna. The area sees an average annual temperature of 58.8°F, with summers averaging 79°F and winters around 38°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches spread over roughly 102 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.