Emporia, Kansas vs. Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 19.3% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $119,267 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Emporia, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  40.8% higher
  Health
  4.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher