Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 12.7% more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $90,142 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Olathe
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Lincoln, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  13.7% higher
  Health
  24.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% higher