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Cost of Living Calculator - Kansas City, Kansas vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 85.3% more expensive than Kansas City, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $398,256 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Kansas City, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
300% more expensive in Boston
than in Kansas City, Kansas
Kansas City, KS vs Boston, MA
Compared to Kansas City, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  85.3% higher
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  18.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  495.0% higher
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  Utilities
  16.5% higher
  Commute
  44.5% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
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  Personal
  27.2% higher
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