Burlington, KS vs Oxford, KS

Oxford is moderately more affordable than Burlington, with a 10.7% lower cost of living index. Burlington scores 68 compared to 61 for Oxford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Burlington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Burlington is $837/month compared to $663/month in Oxford — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oxford is more affordable at $117,200 median vs $134,100.

Median household income in Burlington is $52,083 compared to $57,227 in Oxford (-9%). Oxford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Burlington spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Oxford.