Amarillo, Texas vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 1.3% more expensive than Amarillo, Texas.

You would need a salary of $95,208 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Amarillo, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is more expensive than Amarillo, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
98% more expensive in Topeka
than in Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo, TX vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Amarillo, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  1.3% lower
  Health
  6.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher