Leavenworth, KS vs Ottawa, KS

Ottawa is moderately more affordable than Leavenworth, with a 10.8% lower cost of living index. Leavenworth scores 81 compared to 74 for Ottawa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Leavenworth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Leavenworth is $1,135/month compared to $949/month in Ottawa — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ottawa is more affordable at $165,700 median vs $176,000.

Median household income in Leavenworth is $71,239 compared to $64,655 in Ottawa (+10.2%). The higher salaries in Leavenworth partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Leavenworth spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 17.6% in Ottawa.