Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs Emporia, Kansas


The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 56.1% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $32,941 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Emporia
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs Emporia, KS
Compared to Seattle, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.1% 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
  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  56.0% higher
  Commute
  54.2% lower
  Health
  21.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.1% lower

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