Value of Volunteer Time in Kansas

In Kansas, an hour of volunteer time is worth $32.22 (2025, Independent Sector). Enter your hours below to get a sourced, grant-ready dollar value.

2025 (preliminary): $32.22/hr2024 (final): $30.86/hrvs. national: $3.92

Estimated value of volunteer time

$32,220.00

1,000 hours × $32.22/hr · Kansas (2025)

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits.

How much are volunteer hours worth in Kansas?

For 2025, Independent Sector estimates the value of an hour of volunteer time in Kansas at $32.22. That makes 100 volunteer hours worth $3,222.00, and 1,000 hours worth $32,220.00.

Kansas's rate is lower than the national average of $36.14 per hour. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits. Because the figure is tied to local wages, using the Kansas rate is the most defensible choice for a Kansas-based program.

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Use the national calculator →

FAQ

Kansas volunteer value — FAQ

What is the value of volunteer time in Kansas?

The value of volunteer time in Kansas is $32.22 per hour for 2025 (Independent Sector preliminary estimate). The most recent final figure is $30.86 per hour for 2024.

How do I calculate the dollar value of volunteer hours in Kansas?

Multiply your total volunteer hours by $32.22 (the 2025 Kansas rate). For example, 1,000 volunteer hours are worth $32,220.00. The calculator above does this for you and exports a sourced report.

Why is Kansas's rate different from the national average?

Independent Sector derives each state's value from local average hourly earnings (Bureau of Labor Statistics). Kansas's $32.22 is $3.92 below the national average of $36.14 because local wages differ.

Can I use the Kansas figure in a grant application?

Yes. Documenting in-kind volunteer value is widely accepted for demonstrating community support and match. Cite Independent Sector and note you used the Kansas state figure. Always confirm a specific funder's allowable match rules.

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Value of Volunteer Time in Kansas (2025) — $32.22/hour