Highland, KS vs Lancaster, KS

Highland is moderately more affordable than Lancaster, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Highland scores 58 compared to 64 for Lancaster, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lancaster can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Highland is $578/month compared to $850/month in Lancaster — a 32% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Highland has cheaper rent, Lancaster actually has lower median home values ($97,300 vs $121,800).

Median household income in Highland is $77,500 compared to $44,375 in Lancaster (+74.6%). Highland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Highland spend roughly 8.9% of their income on rent, less than the 23% in Lancaster.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.7°F vs 53.7°F). Lancaster receives more rainfall at 34.8" per year compared to 34.8" in Highland.