Topeka, Kansas vs. Central Islip, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Central Islip, New York is 42.4% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $170,863 in Central Islip, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Central Islip, New York is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
97% more expensive in Central Islip
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Central Islip, NY
Compared to Topeka, Central Islip is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.4% 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
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  144.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.6% higher
  Commute
  41.8% higher
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher