Moscow, Idaho vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 25.8% cheaper than Moscow, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $44,532 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Moscow, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Moscow, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Emporia
than in Moscow, Idaho
Moscow, ID vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Moscow, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.8% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.3% higher
  Commute
  2.9% lower
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower