Madison, Mississippi vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 4.0% more expensive than Madison, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $52,018 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Madison, Mississippi
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
95% more expensive in Olathe
than in Madison, Mississippi
Madison, MS vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Madison, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  2.7% higher
  Health
  1.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher