Downs, KS vs Walnut, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Walnut is 24% cheaper than Downs. With a cost index of 47 vs 58, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Walnut to Downs should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Downs is $579/month compared to $438/month in Walnut — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Walnut is more affordable at $25,800 median vs $109,900.

Median household income in Downs is $61,750 compared to $53,661 in Walnut (+15.1%). The higher salaries in Downs partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Downs spend roughly 11.3% of their income on rent, more than the 9.8% in Walnut.