Atwood, KS vs Clay Center, KS

Atwood is moderately more affordable than Clay Center, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Atwood scores 67 compared to 71 for Clay Center, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clay Center can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Atwood is $869/month compared to $950/month in Clay Center — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Atwood is more affordable at $113,400 median vs $133,600.

Median household income in Atwood is $66,473 compared to $56,422 in Clay Center (+17.8%). Atwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Atwood spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 20.2% in Clay Center.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.2°F vs 55°F). Clay Center receives more rainfall at 32.2" per year compared to 20.1" in Atwood.