Harlingen, Texas vs. Kansas City, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Kansas is 17.1% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $58,557 in Kansas City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Kansas is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
41% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Kansas City, KS
Compared to Harlingen, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  25.1% higher
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  33.0% higher