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KANSAS CITY vs. AUSTIN
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Kansas City, Missouri vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
47.2%
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$123,659
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
159% more expensive in Austin
than in Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, MO vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Kansas City, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
47.2% higher
Child Care
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Food
0.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
152.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% lower
Commute
23.9% higher
Health
0.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.9% lower
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