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KANSAS CITY vs. COLUMBIA
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Kansas City, Kansas vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
42.9%
more expensive
than Kansas City, Kansas.
You would need a salary of
$92,868
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
more expensive
than Kansas City, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
169% more expensive in Columbia
than in Kansas City, Kansas
Kansas City, KS vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to Kansas City, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
244.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.4% higher
Commute
18.3% higher
Health
15.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
17.0% higher
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