Ellinwood, KS vs Troy, KS

Ellinwood is moderately more affordable than Troy, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Ellinwood scores 60 compared to 64 for Troy, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Troy can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellinwood is $702/month compared to $814/month in Troy — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ellinwood is more affordable at $94,800 median vs $109,600.

Median household income in Ellinwood is $55,332 compared to $50,900 in Troy (+8.7%). Ellinwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellinwood spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 19.2% in Troy.