Hesston, KS vs Mission, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Hesston is 24.6% cheaper than Mission. With a cost index of 68 vs 90, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Hesston to Mission should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hesston is $722/month compared to $1,181/month in Mission — a 39% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hesston is more affordable at $183,000 median vs $268,500.

Median household income in Hesston is $72,620 compared to $74,396 in Mission (-2.4%). Mission 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 Hesston spend roughly 11.9% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in Mission.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (56.1°F vs 56.9°F). Mission receives more rainfall at 38.1" per year compared to 28.3" in Hesston.