Cost of Living in Hutchinson, KS
Population: 39,837 • 2026 Data
$58,801
Median Household Income
-24% vs national
$883
Median Monthly Rent
-34% vs national
$122,600
Median Home Value
-64% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Hutchinson
The median home value in Hutchinson, KS is $122,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $883, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $899.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Hutchinson, KS is $58,801. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 19,895 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.