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HOUSTON vs. KANSAS CITY
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Houston, Texas vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
8.0%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$276,074
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Houston, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
21.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.1% higher
Commute
25.5% lower
Health
7.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.9% higher
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