Hillsboro, KS vs Wellington, KS

Hillsboro, KS and Wellington, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.6% difference in their overall index. Hillsboro scores 63 while Wellington scores 63 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 $786/month in Wellington — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hillsboro has cheaper rent, Wellington actually has lower median home values ($90,000 vs $101,100).

Median household income in Hillsboro is $57,792 compared to $49,526 in Wellington (+16.7%). While Hillsboro 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, less than the 19% in Wellington.