North Kansas City, Missouri vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 54.0% more expensive than North Kansas City, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $554,507 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in North Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than North Kansas City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
178% more expensive in Austin
than in North Kansas City, Missouri
North Kansas City, MO vs. Austin, TX
Compared to North Kansas City, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.0% higher
      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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  151.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  42.0% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower