Cost of Living in Kansas
Cost of Living in Kansas | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 32% lower |
Utilities (Monthly) | 3% lower |
Food | 5% lower |
Healthcare | 5% lower |
Transportation | 6% lower |
Goods & Services | 1% lower |
The cost of living in Kansas is 11% lower than the national average. Housing is 32% lower than the national average, while utilities are 3% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 5% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 1% lower.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 5% lower in Kansas compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 1% lower.
The Cost of Living in Kansas Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Manhattan, KS | 2% higher | 9% lower |
Hutchinson, KS | 1% higher | 10% lower |
Wichita, KS | - | 11% lower |
Topeka, KS | 3% lower | 14% lower |
Emporia, KS | 4% lower | 15% lower |
Spring Hill, KS | 5% lower | 15% lower |
Salina, KS | 6% lower | 17% lower |
Pittsburg, KS | 8% lower | 18% lower |