Hill City, KS vs Scott City, KS

Hill City is moderately more affordable than Scott City, with a 11.4% lower cost of living index. Hill City scores 61 compared to 68 for Scott City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Scott City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hill City is $729/month compared to $778/month in Scott City — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hill City is more affordable at $89,300 median vs $166,400.

Median household income in Hill City is $49,899 compared to $54,026 in Scott City (-7.6%). The higher salaries in Scott City partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hill City spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in Scott City.