Arlington, Virginia vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 51.2% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $97,525 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Topeka
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Arlington, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  18.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  39.7% lower
  Health
  7.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% lower