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DES MOINES vs. KANSAS CITY
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Des Moines, Washington vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
33.4%
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$59,932
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Des Moines, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
41.6% higher
Commute
38.0% lower
Health
16.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.4% lower
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