Concordia, KS vs Wellsville, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Concordia is 28.8% cheaper than Wellsville. With a cost index of 60 vs 85, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Concordia to Wellsville should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Concordia is $698/month compared to $1,264/month in Wellsville — a 45% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Concordia is more affordable at $96,100 median vs $166,100.

Median household income in Concordia is $50,213 compared to $67,292 in Wellsville (-25.4%). The higher salaries in Wellsville partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Concordia spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, less than the 22.5% in Wellsville.