Monticello, Indiana vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 1.7% more expensive than Monticello, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $30,503 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Monticello, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is more expensive than Monticello, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
118% more expensive in Topeka
than in Monticello, Indiana
Monticello, IN vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Monticello, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  15.5% higher
  Health
  17.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher