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KANSAS CITY vs. COLUMBIA
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Kansas City, Missouri vs. Columbia, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is
2.2%
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$51,081
in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Columbia
than in Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, MO vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Kansas City, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
24.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.1% lower
Commute
16.8% lower
Health
22.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.0% lower
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