Ellinwood, KS vs Mulvane, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ellinwood is 24.9% cheaper than Mulvane. With a cost index of 60 vs 80, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ellinwood to Mulvane should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellinwood is $702/month compared to $1,156/month in Mulvane — a 39% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ellinwood is more affordable at $94,800 median vs $168,900.

Median household income in Ellinwood is $55,332 compared to $70,224 in Mulvane (-21.2%). The higher salaries in Mulvane partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellinwood spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 19.8% in Mulvane.