Topeka, Kansas vs. Red Oak, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Red Oak, Iowa is 13.7% cheaper than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $43,147 in Red Oak, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Red Oak, Iowa is cheaper than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Red Oak
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Red Oak, IA
Compared to Topeka, Red Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.7% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  15.4% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower