Cost of Living in Linn County, Kansas
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
These figures are county medians, not a personal budget. Use them to frame rent, ownership, and income tradeoffs, then account for household size, commute, financing, insurance, taxes, debt, and local availability before making a decision.
How Linn County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Linn County ranks #970 of 3,142 counties for affordability (top 31%)
Sourced county brief
Median Home Value in Linn County Estimated at $173,600
The median home value in Linn County was estimated at $173,600, a figure that is $34,775 above the Kansas unweighted county mean of $138,825. For households that rent, the median gross rent was $691 per month, which is below the unweighted state county mean of $802. The median renter-household income for the period was $48,250. According to official ACS table B25071, the median gross rent as a percentage of household income (GRAPI) was 22.5%. This official GRAPI value differs from the Kansas unweighted county mean of 24.6% by 2.1 percentage points. Additionally, the median selected monthly owner cost for all owner-occupied units was $883, while the Kansas unweighted county mean for this metric was $861. These figures provide a snapshot of housing costs and income within the county based on the 2020-2024 five-year measurement period. See ACS table B25071 for the underlying estimate.
Source record
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25064 Median Gross Rent
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25071 GRAPI
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25077 Median Home Value
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25088 Selected Monthly Owner Costs
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25119 Household Income by Tenure
Data version acs5-2020-2024 · Method cost-brief-v1
Cost of Living Advisory: Linn County
Affordability Verdict
ACS B25071 estimates median gross rent at 22.5% of renter household income in Linn County, which is below the 30% affordability benchmark. This is a median percentage among renter-occupied units, not the share of households above a threshold.
Rent vs. Own
Median gross rent is $691 per month; median selected monthly owner costs are $883. These ACS medians describe different tenure groups and are not a personalized rent-versus-buy calculation.
Income Needed
Using the common 30% budgeting benchmark, $27,640 in annual gross income would allocate 30% to the county's median gross rent. This is a reproducible illustration, not evidence that a particular household can afford housing.
Regional Context
The Kansas unweighted mean of county median rents is $802 per month. Linn County's $691 median is 13.9% below that comparison value.
Data version acs5-2020-2024 · Method cost-advisory-v2
Affordability Calculator
See how your income compares to housing costs in Linn County
Rent Burden
14.0%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,378
per month
Owner Cost Burden
17.9%
of gross income
The median home in Linn County may be a stretch
Median home value is $173,600. Estimated monthly cost: $1,386 vs. your max of $1,378.
Rent Affordability Guide
Income Needed Calculator
See how much you need to earn to comfortably afford housing
$0/yr
Needed to stay within recommended threshold
$0/yr
Needed to stay within recommended threshold
$0/yr
Needed to stay within recommended threshold
Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Linn County, Kansas?
What is the median rent in Linn County?
Is Linn County affordable?
How does Linn County's rent compare to the state average?
What is the median home value in Linn County?
Counties with Similar Housing Costs
Planning a Move?
Researching the cost of living in Linn County, Kansas? Compare moving quotes from top providers and save on your relocation.
Compare Moving QuotesCompare Mortgage Rates in Linn County
Whether you're buying in Linn County, Kansas, or refinancing, compare rates from top lenders using the terms each lender provides.
See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2020-2024). Data is informational only and is not personalized financial advice.
CostByCounty participates in affiliate programs. We may earn a commission when you use our links, at no extra cost to you.