Garnett, KS vs Meade, KS

Meade is moderately more affordable than Garnett, with a 13.8% lower cost of living index. Garnett scores 70 compared to 62 for Meade, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Garnett can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Garnett is $909/month compared to $739/month in Meade — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Meade is more affordable at $97,100 median vs $137,800.

Median household income in Garnett is $46,875 compared to $73,990 in Meade (-36.6%). Meade offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Garnett spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 12% in Meade.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (55.1°F vs 55.9°F). Garnett receives more rainfall at 37.5" per year compared to 22" in Meade.