Marion, Iowa vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 21.9% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $81,651 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Olathe
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Marion, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.9% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  20.7% higher
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher