Oberlin, KS vs Westmoreland, KS

Oberlin is moderately more affordable than Westmoreland, with a 10.4% lower cost of living index. Oberlin scores 60 compared to 67 for Westmoreland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Westmoreland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oberlin is $750/month compared to $775/month in Westmoreland — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oberlin is more affordable at $77,400 median vs $148,600.

Median household income in Oberlin is $47,813 compared to $59,881 in Westmoreland (-20.2%). While Westmoreland 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, more than the 15.5% in Westmoreland.