Ellsworth, KS vs St. George, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ellsworth is 28.9% cheaper than St. George. With a cost index of 64 vs 90, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ellsworth to St. George should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellsworth is $693/month compared to $1,292/month in St. George — a 46% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ellsworth is more affordable at $143,600 median vs $233,800.

Median household income in Ellsworth is $65,357 compared to $90,556 in St. George (-27.8%). The higher salaries in St. George partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellsworth spend roughly 12.7% of their income on rent, less than the 17.1% in St. George.