Lancaster, KS vs Sedan, KS

Sedan is moderately more affordable than Lancaster, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Lancaster scores 64 compared to 59 for Sedan, 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 Lancaster is $850/month compared to $803/month in Sedan — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sedan is more affordable at $42,200 median vs $97,300.

Median household income in Lancaster is $44,375 compared to $48,854 in Sedan (-9.2%). Sedan offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lancaster spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 19.7% in Sedan.