Frederick, Maryland vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 27.8% cheaper than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $36,114 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Topeka
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Frederick, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.8% 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
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  27.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower