Goodland, KS vs Parsons, KS

Parsons is moderately more affordable than Goodland, with a 11.3% lower cost of living index. Goodland scores 66 compared to 59 for Parsons, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Goodland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Goodland is $850/month compared to $743/month in Parsons — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Parsons is more affordable at $70,300 median vs $112,800.

Median household income in Goodland is $53,929 compared to $50,838 in Parsons (+6.1%). The higher salaries in Goodland partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Goodland spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Parsons.