Cost of Living Calculator - San Diego, California vs Arkansas City, Kansas


The cost of living in Arkansas City, Kansas is 59.1% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $20,449 in Arkansas City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arkansas City, Kansas is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Arkansas City
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs Arkansas City, KS
Compared to San Diego, Arkansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.1% 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
  18.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  47.9% lower
  Health
  13.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% lower

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