Smithton, Illinois vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 9.6% more expensive than Smithton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $158,868 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Smithton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Smithton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Olathe
than in Smithton, Illinois
Smithton, IL vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Smithton, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  14.8% lower
  Health
  6.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% higher