Shelby, Montana vs. Kansas City, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Kansas is 14.2% more expensive than Shelby, Montana.

You would need a salary of $85,656 in Kansas City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Shelby, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Kansas is more expensive than Shelby, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Shelby, Montana
Shelby, MT vs. Kansas City, KS
Compared to Shelby, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% higher
  Commute
  34.7% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher