Omaha, Nebraska vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 17.9% cheaper than Omaha, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $41,036 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Omaha, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Omaha, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Emporia
than in Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha, NE vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Omaha, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% higher
  Commute
  22.9% lower
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% higher