Leavenworth, Kansas vs. Independence, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kansas is 21.4% cheaper than Leavenworth, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $39,319 in Independence, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Leavenworth, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kansas is cheaper than Leavenworth, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Independence
than in Leavenworth, Kansas
Leavenworth, KS vs. Independence, KS
Compared to Leavenworth, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower