Emporia, Kansas vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 7.1% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $128,467 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Waco
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Emporia, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  14.8% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower