salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Kansas City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$138
👥 People living there
201,885
510,612
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.7 min
College degree
26.6%
38.4%
Own their home
59.7%
55.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
14.6%
Unemployment
3.4%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Kansas City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Kansas City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $36,080 | +59% in Kansas City |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $76,860 | +41% in Kansas City |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $76,150 | +36% in Kansas City |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $98,860 | +30% in Kansas City |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $61,810 | +29% in Kansas City |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $62,680 | +26% in Kansas City |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $60,770 | +26% in Kansas City |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,370 | +22% in Kansas City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Kansas City cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Kansas City to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $60,472 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $74,596 in Kansas City, 5% more in Kansas City.