Cost of Living in Moline, KS

With a cost of living index of 52, Moline, KS is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 48% cheaper than the national average and 19% below the Kansas state average of 72. Moline is a small community of 375 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Moline's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $625 (53% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $28,300 (91% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 0.9x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Moline is $33,125, which is 56% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% 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 Moline. The area sees an average annual temperature of 58.2°F, with summers averaging 79°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 34.9 inches spread over roughly 91 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.