Psssst! I want to let you in on a little (not-so) secret: Times are tough! Fortunately for Kansans, the cost to live in the Sunflower State is significantly lower than the national average, with low housing prices to boot! If you’re on the prowl for the cheapest places to live in Kansas, consider checking out these six inexpensive, yet great places to live.

1. Topeka
Topeka, KS, USA
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Starting off our list of the cheapest places to live in Kansas is Topeka. It seems to me that the state's capital gets a bad rap, but the bottom line is that while Topeka has its good and bad (like every other town), it offers extremely reasonable rental prices and home costs. There are lots of fun attractions in Topeka as well, like this chocolate factory tour in Topeka.
2. Abilene
Abilene, KS 67410, USA
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Ike really loved his beautiful Abilene! Could it have been because of its extremely affordable home rates? Learn more about Abilene, Kansas.
3. Wichita
Wichita, KS, USA
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The "Aircraft Capital of Kansas" boasts both low rent and home costs. It's a great affordable place to live in Kansas. The city has great dining options. Check out the oldest Mexican restaurant in Wichita.

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4. Arkansas City
Arkansas City, KS 67005, USA
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This small town with a big heart has houses both old and new that cost a lot less than you'd think. The natural environment here is one of the highlights. Take a trip to this nature center in Arkansas City.
5. Shawnee
Shawnee, KS, USA
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If you're looking for affordability in the Johnson County area, Shawnee is your best bet with several 3+ bedroom homes costing MUCH less than the surrounding area. If you're looking for places for sale in Kansas, consider this nice town. This town is also full of unique attractions, like this antique mall in Shawnee.
6. Colby
Colby, KS 67701, USA
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If you're looking to move west, look no further than the "Oasis on the Plains" and its low median home costs. You'll find things here that you definitely won't see anywhere else, like this unique billboard in Colby.

While these are the cheapest places in Kansas, you can get lucky with pricing all over the place. Which Kansas cities do you find to be the most affordable?

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Cheapest Places to Live in Kansas

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What are the best small towns in Kansas?

Kansas has lots of great small towns for you to explore. There’s so much charm in these towns in the Sunflower State that you might just decide to move! For example, Lindsborg has Swedish culture for you to enjoy and plenty of festivals throughout the year. Abilene is the place to go for history buffs, so if you want to learn about American history, make a beeline for this little town.

What are the favorite restaurants in Kansas?

There are lots of great places to eat in our state, but sometimes when you’re visiting, you don’t want to go to only the tourist destinations. If you’re looking for the restaurants that locals enjoy, we’ve got you covered with our list of local favorite restaurants in Kansas. Check out Josie’s Ristorante in Scammon for some excellent Italian food, Jiffy Burger in Smith Center for a classic hamburger, and Beethoven’s #9 for incredible German cuisine.

What is the largest city in Kansas?

The largest city in Kansas is Wichita. It’s chock full of exciting attractions, great restaurants, and fun events. With a population of over 390,000, there are certainly enough people to create a buzzing atmosphere and you’ll always be able to find something to do. We suggest checking out the unique tour of the Wichita Botanic Gardens. You can see gorgeous sights, including bright and cheerful flowers and plenty of pretty fountains. This tour is a great place to start your exploration of this fun city.

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