Hoisington, KS vs Wellington, KS

Hoisington, KS and Wellington, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.3% difference in their overall index. Hoisington 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 Hoisington is $848/month compared to $786/month in Wellington — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wellington has cheaper rent, Hoisington actually has lower median home values ($78,800 vs $90,000).

Median household income in Hoisington is $50,344 compared to $49,526 in Wellington (+1.7%). While Hoisington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hoisington spend roughly 20.2% of their income on rent, more than the 19% in Wellington.