McPherson, Kansas vs. Elmira, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elmira, New York is 2.4% more expensive than McPherson, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $51,218 in Elmira, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in McPherson, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elmira, New York is more expensive than McPherson, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% more expensive in Elmira
than in McPherson, Kansas
Mcpherson, KS vs. Elmira, NY
Compared to Mcpherson, Elmira is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  40.0% higher
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower