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HAYS vs. KANSAS CITY
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Hays, Kansas vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
8.0%
more expensive
than Hays, Kansas.
You would need a salary of
$43,194
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Hays, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
more expensive
than Hays, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Hays, Kansas
Hays, KS vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Hays, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
18.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% higher
Commute
51.6% higher
Health
2.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.7% higher
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