Muncie, Indiana vs. Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 22.9% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $30,734 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Muncie, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.9% higher
      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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  19.2% higher
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher