Lyons, KS vs St. Francis, KS

Lyons, KS and St. Francis, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3% difference in their overall index. Lyons scores 62 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 Lyons is $739/month compared to $705/month in St. Francis — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Francis is more affordable at $95,000 median vs $104,200.

Median household income in Lyons is $66,769 compared to $45,324 in St. Francis (+47.3%). While Lyons is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lyons spend roughly 13.3% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in St. Francis.