Tulsa, Oklahoma vs. Independence, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kansas is 18.7% cheaper than Tulsa, Oklahoma.

You would need a salary of $40,655 in Independence, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kansas is cheaper than Tulsa, Oklahoma
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Independence
than in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tulsa, OK vs. Independence, KS
Compared to Tulsa, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  27.5% lower
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% lower