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DES MOINES vs. KANSAS CITY
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
11.7%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$77,066
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Des Moines, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.7% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
3.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.2% higher
Commute
18.7% higher
Health
0.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.4% higher
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