Oberlin, KS vs St. Paul, KS

Oberlin, KS and St. Paul, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Oberlin scores 60 while St. Paul scores 59 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 Oberlin is $750/month compared to $681/month in St. Paul — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while St. Paul has cheaper rent, Oberlin actually has lower median home values ($77,400 vs $92,100).

Median household income in Oberlin is $47,813 compared to $37,344 in St. Paul (+28%). While Oberlin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Oberlin spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, less than the 21.9% in St. Paul.