Topeka, Kansas vs. Elk River, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk River, Minnesota is 33.9% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $100,412 in Elk River, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk River, Minnesota is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
113% more expensive in Elk River
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Elk River, MN
Compared to Topeka, Elk River is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.9% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  132.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  58.1% higher
  Health
  30.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% higher