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AUSTIN vs. KANSAS CITY
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Austin, Texas vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
32.1%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$50,947
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Austin, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
60.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% higher
Commute
19.3% lower
Health
0.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.9% higher
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