Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Topeka, Kansas


The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 18.2% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $40,914 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Topeka
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Topeka, KS
Compared to Johnston, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.2% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  2.4% lower
  Health
  5.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher

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