Neodesha, KS vs Scranton, KS

Scranton is moderately more affordable than Neodesha, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Neodesha scores 62 compared to 56 for Scranton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Neodesha can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Neodesha is $784/month compared to $642/month in Scranton — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Scranton is more affordable at $75,500 median vs $88,500.

Median household income in Neodesha is $48,532 compared to $53,767 in Scranton (-9.7%). Scranton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Neodesha spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, more than the 14.3% in Scranton.