Emporia, Kansas vs. Memphis, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Memphis, Tennessee is 5.2% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $60,991 in Memphis, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Memphis, Tennessee is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Memphis
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Memphis, TN
Compared to Emporia, Memphis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  50.0% higher
  Health
  10.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% lower