Kansas City, Kansas vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 4.7% cheaper than Kansas City, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $119,112 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Kansas City, Kansas
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
22% cheaper in Waco
than in Kansas City, Kansas
Kansas City, KS vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Kansas City, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% lower
  Commute
  20.7% lower
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% lower

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