Alpine, Texas vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 12.6% cheaper than Alpine, Texas.

You would need a salary of $43,713 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Alpine, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Alpine, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Emporia
than in Alpine, Texas
Alpine, TX vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Alpine, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  4.3% lower
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower