Pocatello, Idaho vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 14.6% cheaper than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $42,700 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Pocatello, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Emporia
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Pocatello, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.0% higher
  Commute
  15.2% lower
  Health
  0.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher