Garnett, KS vs St. Francis, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. St. Francis is 16.1% cheaper than Garnett. With a cost index of 60 vs 70, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from St. Francis to Garnett should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Garnett is $909/month compared to $705/month in St. Francis — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Francis is more affordable at $95,000 median vs $137,800.

Median household income in Garnett is $46,875 compared to $45,324 in St. Francis (+3.4%). Garnett does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Garnett spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18.7% in St. Francis.