Iowa City, Iowa vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 15.5% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $42,259 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Emporia
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Iowa City, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.5% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  8.0% lower
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower