Altamont, KS vs Parker, KS

Altamont, KS and Parker, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Altamont scores 66 while Parker scores 69 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Altamont is $940/month compared to $850/month in Parker — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Parker has cheaper rent, Altamont actually has lower median home values ($80,000 vs $124,200).

Median household income in Altamont is $61,071 compared to $84,000 in Parker (-27.3%). While Parker is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Altamont spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, more than the 12.1% in Parker.