Big Spring, Texas vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 1.2% cheaper than Big Spring, Texas.

You would need a salary of $49,397 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Big Spring, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Big Spring, Texas
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
24% cheaper in Emporia
than in Big Spring, Texas
Big Spring, TX vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Big Spring, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  7.9% lower
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher