Alma, KS vs Winchester, KS

Winchester is moderately more affordable than Alma, with a 11.1% lower cost of living index. Alma scores 77 compared to 69 for Winchester, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alma can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alma is $1,200/month compared to $1,031/month in Winchester — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Winchester is more affordable at $92,900 median vs $124,000.

Median household income in Alma is $57,647 compared to $50,556 in Winchester (+14%). While Alma is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alma spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 24.5% in Winchester.