Beloit, KS vs Chanute, KS

Chanute is moderately more affordable than Beloit, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Beloit scores 62 compared to 57 for Chanute, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Beloit can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Beloit is $739/month compared to $653/month in Chanute — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chanute is more affordable at $77,900 median vs $99,100.

Median household income in Beloit is $50,865 compared to $47,885 in Chanute (+6.2%). The higher salaries in Beloit partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Beloit spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.4% in Chanute.

Climate-wise, Chanute is notably warmer with an average of 58°F compared to 54.1°F in Beloit. Chanute receives more rainfall at 40.7" per year compared to 28.4" in Beloit.