Independence, Missouri vs. Kimberling City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kimberling City, Missouri is 1.2% cheaper than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $49,415 in Kimberling City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kimberling City, Missouri is cheaper than Independence, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% cheaper in Kimberling City
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Kimberling City, MO
Compared to Independence, Kimberling City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% lower
      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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  16.6% lower
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower