Cost of Living Calculator - Salina, Kansas vs Independence, Missouri


The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 14.8% more expensive than Salina, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $57,386 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Salina, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is more expensive than Salina, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Independence
than in Salina, Kansas
Salina, KS vs Independence, MO
Compared to Salina, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  51.1% higher
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.0% higher

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