Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 13.9% cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $86,120 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Topeka
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Lincoln, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  19.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher