Towson, Maryland vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 36.2% cheaper than Towson, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $31,877 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Towson, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Towson, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Emporia
than in Towson, Maryland
Towson, MD vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Towson, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.2% 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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% higher
  Commute
  42.9% lower
  Health
  26.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% lower