Arlington, Virginia vs. Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 45.6% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $48,410 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Arlington, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  16.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  27.6% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower