Colorado Springs, Colorado vs. Independence, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kansas is 38.1% cheaper than Colorado Springs, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $37,119 in Independence, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kansas is cheaper than Colorado Springs, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Independence
than in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO vs. Independence, KS
Compared to Colorado Springs, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.1% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% higher
  Commute
  31.7% lower
  Health
  20.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower

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