Cost of Living in Lehigh, KS

With a cost of living index of 69, Lehigh, KS is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 31% cheaper than the national average and 3% below the Kansas state average of 72. Lehigh is a small community of 189 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Lehigh's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,009 (24% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $85,700 (72% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Lehigh is $83,125, which is 11% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Lehigh. The area sees an average annual temperature of 55.8°F, with summers averaging 79°F and winters around 33°F. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches spread over roughly 89 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.