Hillsboro, KS vs Pratt, KS

Hillsboro, KS and Pratt, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Hillsboro scores 63 while Pratt scores 64 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillsboro is $772/month compared to $809/month in Pratt — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hillsboro is more affordable at $101,100 median vs $103,300.

Median household income in Hillsboro is $57,792 compared to $63,512 in Pratt (-9%). While Pratt is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Pratt.