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SAN JOSE vs. KANSAS CITY
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San Jose, California vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
59.1%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$204,373
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Kansas City
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to San Jose, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
85.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.8% higher
Commute
41.3% lower
Health
5.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% lower
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