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 $55,225 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
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  8.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.1% higher
  Commute
  25.5% lower
  Health
  7.6% higher
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  Personal
  1.9% higher
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