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CHICAGO vs. KANSAS_CITY
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Kansas City, Kansas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Kansas is
22.9%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$38,547
in Kansas City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Kansas is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Kansas_City, KS
Compared to Chicago, Kansas_City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
55.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.1% higher
Commute
34.2% lower
Health
16.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.4% lower
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