Emporia, Kansas vs. Park Rapids, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Park Rapids, Minnesota is 13.4% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $56,716 in Park Rapids, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Park Rapids, Minnesota is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Park Rapids
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Park Rapids, MN
Compared to Emporia, Park Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.4% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  109.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.0% lower
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  27.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher

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