Valdez, Alaska vs. Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 16.5% cheaper than Valdez, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $41,738 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Valdez, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is cheaper than Valdez, Alaska
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
43% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Valdez, Alaska
Valdez, AK vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Valdez, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.5% 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
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.2% lower
  Commute
  38.8% higher
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.7% lower

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