Cost of Living in Marysville, KS

With a cost of living index of 60, Marysville, KS is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 40% cheaper than the national average and 11% below the Kansas state average of 72. Marysville is a small community of 3,423 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Marysville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $664 (50% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $110,000 (64% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Marysville is $61,607, which is 18% 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 Marysville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 55°F, with summers averaging 77°F and winters around 32°F. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 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.