Hays, Kansas vs. Montesano, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montesano, Washington is 18.7% more expensive than Hays, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $59,337 in Montesano, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Hays, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montesano, Washington is more expensive than Hays, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Montesano
than in Hays, Kansas
Hays, KS vs. Montesano, WA
Compared to Hays, Montesano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.6% lower
  Commute
  50.4% higher
  Health
  4.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower