Kirkland, Washington vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 56.0% cheaper than Kirkland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $21,987 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Kirkland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Kirkland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Topeka
than in Kirkland, Washington
Kirkland, WA vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Kirkland, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.0% 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
  13.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.7% higher
  Commute
  45.5% lower
  Health
  22.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.8% lower