Independence, Missouri vs. North Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Kansas City, Missouri is 1.8% cheaper than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $73,685 in North Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Kansas City, Missouri is cheaper than Independence, Missouri
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
16% cheaper in North Kansas City
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. North Kansas City, MO
Compared to Independence, North Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  16.1% lower
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower