Fort Scott, KS vs South Hutchinson, KS

Fort Scott, KS and South Hutchinson, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.2% difference in their overall index. Fort Scott scores 63 while South Hutchinson scores 60 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fort Scott is $796/month compared to $555/month in South Hutchinson — a 43% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while South Hutchinson has cheaper rent, Fort Scott actually has lower median home values ($89,400 vs $147,900).

Median household income in Fort Scott is $60,799 compared to $42,221 in South Hutchinson (+44%). While Fort Scott is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fort Scott spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 15.8% in South Hutchinson.