Ashland, Kentucky vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 6.9% more expensive than Ashland, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $87,674 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ashland, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is more expensive than Ashland, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Topeka
than in Ashland, Kentucky
Ashland, KY vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Ashland, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  12.2% lower
  Health
  5.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher