Valentine, Nebraska vs. Independence, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kansas is 17.0% cheaper than Valentine, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $41,512 in Independence, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Valentine, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kansas is cheaper than Valentine, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Independence
than in Valentine, Nebraska
Valentine, NE vs. Independence, KS
Compared to Valentine, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.0% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.7% higher
  Commute
  6.0% higher
  Health
  33.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower