Newton, Illinois vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 37.8% more expensive than Newton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $68,917 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Newton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
254% more expensive in Olathe
than in Newton, Illinois
Newton, IL vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Newton, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.8% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  193.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  16.9% higher
  Health
  20.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.6% higher