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SEATTLE vs. KANSAS CITY
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Seattle, Washington vs. Kansas City, Kansas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Kansas is
50.7%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$172,656
in Kansas City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Kansas is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Kansas City, KS
Compared to Seattle, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
85.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
45.8% higher
Commute
33.7% lower
Health
16.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.5% lower
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