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KANSAS CITY vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Kansas City, Missouri vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
22.2%
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$244,330
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Chicago
than in Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, MO vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Kansas City, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.2% higher
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Food
0.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
56.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
8.5% lower
Commute
56.1% higher
Health
14.0% lower
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Personal
4.9% higher
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