Cost of Living Calculator - Kelso, Washington vs Topeka, Kansas


The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 20.1% cheaper than Kelso, Washington.

You would need a salary of $39,959 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Kelso, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Kelso, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Topeka
than in Kelso, Washington
Kelso, WA vs Topeka, KS
Compared to Kelso, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  53.4% higher
  Commute
  18.6% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher

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