Larned, KS vs St. Francis, KS

Larned, KS and St. Francis, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.7% difference in their overall index. Larned scores 63 while St. Francis scores 60 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 Larned is $766/month compared to $705/month in St. Francis — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Francis is more affordable at $95,000 median vs $99,600.

Median household income in Larned is $51,957 compared to $45,324 in St. Francis (+14.6%). While Larned is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Larned spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in St. Francis.