Ellsworth, KS vs Johnson City, KS

Johnson City is moderately more affordable than Ellsworth, with a 11.4% lower cost of living index. Ellsworth scores 64 compared to 57 for Johnson City, 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 $698/month in Johnson City — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ellsworth has cheaper rent, Johnson City actually has lower median home values ($62,100 vs $143,600).

Median household income in Ellsworth is $65,357 compared to $69,081 in Johnson City (-5.4%). Johnson City 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 12.1% in Johnson City.

Climate-wise, Ellsworth is notably warmer with an average of 55.8°F compared to 52.7°F in Johnson City. Ellsworth receives more rainfall at 29.7" per year compared to 15.2" in Johnson City.