Cost of Living Calculator - Topeka, Kansas vs Staples, Minnesota


The cost of living in Staples, Minnesota is 6.3% cheaper than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $70,241 in Staples, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Staples, Minnesota is cheaper than Topeka, Kansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
51% cheaper in Staples
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs Staples, MN
Compared to Topeka, Staples is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  5.1% higher
  Health
  26.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower

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