North Kansas City, Missouri vs. Altoona, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Pennsylvania is 11.0% cheaper than North Kansas City, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $52,538 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in North Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Pennsylvania is cheaper than North Kansas City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Altoona
than in North Kansas City, Missouri
North Kansas City, MO vs. Altoona, PA
Compared to North Kansas City, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  6.5% higher
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower