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HOUSTON vs. KANSAS CITY
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Houston, Texas vs. Kansas City, Kansas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Kansas is
13.3%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$65,026
in Kansas City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Kansas is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Kansas City, KS
Compared to Houston, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
45.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.9% higher
Commute
23.4% lower
Health
7.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.1% higher
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