Moundridge, KS vs Wamego, KS

Moundridge is moderately more affordable than Wamego, with a 13.3% lower cost of living index. Moundridge scores 68 compared to 78 for Wamego, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wamego can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Moundridge is $756/month compared to $1,032/month in Wamego — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Moundridge is more affordable at $166,500 median vs $187,700.

Median household income in Moundridge is $72,130 compared to $82,756 in Wamego (-12.8%). The higher salaries in Wamego partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Moundridge spend roughly 12.6% of their income on rent, less than the 15% in Wamego.