Topeka, Kansas vs. Colonie, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colonie, New York is 32.4% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $99,270 in Colonie, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colonie, New York is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Colonie
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Colonie, NY
Compared to Topeka, Colonie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.4% 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
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  20.7% higher
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher