Emporia, Kansas vs. Rock Springs, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rock Springs, Wyoming is 26.9% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $63,433 in Rock Springs, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rock Springs, Wyoming is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Rock Springs
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Rock Springs, WY
Compared to Emporia, Rock Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.9% higher
      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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  21.7% higher
  Health
  36.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher