Salina, Kansas vs. Elmira, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elmira, New York is 7.2% more expensive than Salina, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $30,351 in Elmira, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Salina, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elmira, New York is more expensive than Salina, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in Elmira
than in Salina, Kansas
Salina, KS vs. Elmira, NY
Compared to Salina, Elmira is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% lower
  Commute
  27.2% higher
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher