Cost of Living in Oskaloosa, KS

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13%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
30%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Oskaloosa Kansas National
Cost of living8790100
Groceries9597100
Health care9896100
Housing7077100
Transportation9796100
Utilities9495100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9094100
Household Items9897100
Education & Childcare8793100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Oskaloosa is 3% lower than the Kansas average
  • The cost of living in Oskaloosa is 13% lower than the national average
  • Oskaloosa housing is 30% lower than the national average
  • Kansas general sales tax is 27% higher than the national average
  • Kansas state income tax is 19% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$101,378$8,448$2,365$3,042
      Renters$57,980$4,832$1,353$1,740

      Kansas Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Kansas 6.5% 11.5%

      Kansas Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Kansas 3.1% 4.7%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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