Lehigh, KS vs Rolla, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Rolla is 17.7% cheaper than Lehigh. With a cost index of 58 vs 69, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Rolla to Lehigh should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lehigh is $1,009/month compared to $713/month in Rolla — a 42% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rolla is more affordable at $69,200 median vs $85,700.

Median household income in Lehigh is $83,125 compared to $61,250 in Rolla (+35.7%). While Lehigh is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lehigh spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, more than the 14% in Rolla.