Cost of Living in Vassar, KS

With a cost of living index of 78, Vassar, KS is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 22% cheaper than the national average and 7% above the Kansas state average of 72. Vassar is a small community of 870 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Vassar's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,132 (14% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $170,700 (44% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Vassar is $72,083, which is 4% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Topeka, 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.