Lawrence, Kansas vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 10.6% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $48,674 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Olathe
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Lawrence, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  0.6% lower
  Health
  4.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% higher