Overland Park, Kansas vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 31.7% cheaper than Overland Park, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $40,982 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Overland Park, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Overland Park, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Emporia
than in Overland Park, Kansas
Overland Park, KS vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Overland Park, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  26.7% lower
  Health
  6.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% lower