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BOSTON vs. KANSAS CITY
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
42.7%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$63,031
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Boston, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
13.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
75.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.2% lower
Commute
32.7% lower
Health
14.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.8% lower
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