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SEATTLE vs. KANSAS CITY
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Seattle, Washington vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
47.6%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$125,721
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Seattle, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
47.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
10.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
79.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
47.4% higher
Commute
35.5% lower
Health
16.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.8% lower
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