Cost of Living Calculator - Merriam, Kansas vs Sedalia, Missouri


The cost of living in Sedalia, Missouri is 24.2% cheaper than Merriam, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $34,121 in Sedalia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Merriam, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sedalia, Missouri is cheaper than Merriam, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Sedalia
than in Merriam, Kansas
Merriam, KS vs Sedalia, MO
Compared to Merriam, Sedalia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  27.9% lower
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% lower

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