Backus, Minnesota vs. Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 11.1% more expensive than Backus, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $55,563 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Backus, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is more expensive than Backus, Minnesota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
29% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Backus, Minnesota
Backus, MN vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Backus, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% higher
      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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  14.5% higher
  Health
  29.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher