Branson, Missouri vs. Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 10.4% more expensive than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $82,820 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is more expensive than Branson, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Branson, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  27.1% higher
  Health
  0.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher