St. Louis, Missouri vs. Salina, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salina, Kansas is 9.9% cheaper than St. Louis, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $106,300 in Salina, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Louis, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salina, Kansas is cheaper than St. Louis, Missouri
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Salina
than in St. Louis, Missouri
St. Louis, MO vs. Salina, KS
Compared to St. Louis, Salina is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  38.0% lower
  Health
  12.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower