Independence, Kansas vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 10.0% more expensive than Independence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $55,000 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is more expensive than Independence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Emporia
than in Independence, Kansas
Independence, KS vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Independence, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.0% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  3.1% lower
  Health
  7.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher