Olathe, Kansas vs. Montrose, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montrose, Colorado is 8.3% cheaper than Olathe, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $45,829 in Montrose, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Olathe, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montrose, Colorado is cheaper than Olathe, Kansas
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
20% cheaper in Montrose
than in Olathe, Kansas
Olathe, KS vs. Montrose, CO
Compared to Olathe, Montrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% 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
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  19.6% lower
  Health
  20.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% lower