Cost of Living in Garden City, KS
Population: 27,781 • 2026 Data
$72,511
Median Household Income
-6% vs national
$990
Median Monthly Rent
-27% vs national
$186,200
Median Home Value
-45% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Garden City
The median home value in Garden City, KS is $186,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $990, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,021.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Garden City, KS is $72,511. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 14,660 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.