Cost of Living in Stanton County, Kansas
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Stanton County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Stanton County ranks #211 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 7%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Stanton County, Kansas
Stanton achieves excellent affordability
Stanton County's 11.8% rent-to-income ratio beats both the national average and Kansas's 14.7% state average, signaling strong housing accessibility. The median household income of $70,361 ranks among the highest in this eight-county cluster, further easing housing burden.
Among Kansas's most affordable markets
At 11.8%, Stanton's rent-to-income ratio sits 2.9 percentage points below Kansas's 14.7% state average, placing it in the state's top affordability tier. The median rent of $691 undercuts the state average by $96, proving housing accessibility.
Strong income backs low rents
Stanton's $691 median rent sits between Sheridan ($663) and Sherman ($852), but the $70,361 median household income edges out most peers in the region. This income advantage, combined with modest rents, makes Stanton one of the region's best deals.
Lowest owner costs in the region
At just $571 monthly, Stanton's median owner cost ranks lowest across these eight counties, while median rent of $691 remains modest. Combined with the county's strongest income profile, Stanton residents enjoy the cushiest housing economics in this cluster.
Best-balanced affordability picture
Stanton County combines excellent incomes, low rents, and the lowest homeownership costs in the region, creating an unbeatable affordability equation. If you're relocating to northwest Kansas, Stanton offers the region's strongest overall housing value.
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Affordability Verdict
Housing in Stanton County is affordable. The median rent is $691/month against a median household income of $70,361, putting rent at 11.8% of income.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Stanton County pay $691/month on average, compared to $571/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 17%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $27,640/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $24,471/year. With a median household income of $70,361, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 14.0% of renter households in Stanton County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Kansas, Stanton County is less affordable than Barton County by roughly 7% ($691/mo vs $742/mo).
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
11.8%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,642
per month
Owner Cost Burden
9.7%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Stanton County
Median home value is $64,200. Estimated monthly cost: $513 vs. your max of $1,642.
Rent Affordability Guide
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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