Ellsworth, KS vs Highland, KS

Highland is moderately more affordable than Ellsworth, with a 9.9% lower cost of living index. Ellsworth scores 64 compared to 58 for Highland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ellsworth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellsworth is $693/month compared to $578/month in Highland — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Highland is more affordable at $121,800 median vs $143,600.

Median household income in Ellsworth is $65,357 compared to $77,500 in Highland (-15.7%). Highland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellsworth spend roughly 12.7% of their income on rent, more than the 8.9% in Highland.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (55.8°F vs 53.7°F). Highland receives more rainfall at 34.8" per year compared to 29.7" in Ellsworth.