Cost of Living Calculator - Independence, Kansas vs New York, New York


The cost of living in New York, New York is 151.6% more expensive than Independence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $125,821 in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is more expensive than Independence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
650% more expensive in New York
than in Independence, Kansas
Independence, KS vs New York, NY
Compared to Independence, New York is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  151.6% 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
  29.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,027.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.0% higher
  Commute
  178.6% higher
  Health
  27.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.0% higher

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