Emporia, Kansas vs. Roswell, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roswell, New Mexico is 2.6% cheaper than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $48,711 in Roswell, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roswell, New Mexico is cheaper than Emporia, Kansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
30% cheaper in Roswell
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Roswell, NM
Compared to Emporia, Roswell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% lower
  Commute
  11.7% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower