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

With a cost of living index of 82, Elbing, KS is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 11% above the Kansas state average of 72. Elbing is a small community of 287 residents.

The median household income in Elbing is $81,000, which is 8% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Elbing. The area sees an average annual temperature of 57°F, with summers averaging 78°F and winters around 35°F. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches spread over roughly 87 days.

Everyday prices in the Wichita, KS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.

Everyday Prices in Elbing

BLS Average Prices for the Wichita, KS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

⛽

$2.96

Gasoline (regular)

per gallon

-4% vs US

🥚

$2.41

Eggs (grade A, large)

per dozen

-4% vs US

🥛

$3.89

Milk (whole)

per gallon

-4% vs US

🍞

$1.79

Bread (white)

per lb

-4% vs US

🍗

$4.00

Chicken breast

per lb

-4% vs US

⚡

$0.17

Electricity

per kWh

-10% vs US

Climate in Elbing

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

57°F

Avg Temperature

32.6"

Rainfall / Year

87d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	43	48	59	68	77	86	92	90	83	70	57	45
Avg °F	33	37	47	56	66	76	81	79	71	59	46	35
Low °F	23	26	35	45	55	65	69	68	59	47	35	26
Rain"	0.6	1.1	2.1	3.0	5.2	4.8	3.6	3.8	3.2	2.8	1.3	1.1

Cost of Living in Elbing, KS