Cost of Living in Salina, KS
Population: 46,432 • 2026 Data
$60,624
Median Household Income
-22% vs national
$911
Median Monthly Rent
-32% vs national
$164,500
Median Home Value
-51% vs national
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Salina
The median home value in Salina, KS is $164,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $911, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $932.
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 Salina, KS is $60,624. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0%, with a labor force of 24,792 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.