Chase, KS vs Valley Falls, KS

Chase is moderately more affordable than Valley Falls, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Chase scores 58 compared to 62 for Valley Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Valley Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chase is $683/month compared to $734/month in Valley Falls — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chase is more affordable at $80,100 median vs $118,200.

Median household income in Chase is $57,143 compared to $43,333 in Valley Falls (+31.9%). Chase offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chase spend roughly 14.3% of their income on rent, less than the 20.3% in Valley Falls.