Burlington, Iowa vs. Parsons, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Parsons, Kansas is 7.1% cheaper than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,077 in Parsons, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Parsons, Kansas is cheaper than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Parsons
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Parsons, KS
Compared to Burlington, Parsons is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  3.5% lower
  Health
  16.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher