salaryKansas City is 12% cheaperBased 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
$1,651
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$138
👥 People living there
288,976
510,612
Commute to work
18.8 min
21.7 min
College degree
38.7%
38.4%
Own their home
63.9%
55.4%
Below poverty line
8.9%
14.6%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Kansas City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Kansas City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $62,960 | -45% in Kansas City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $36,080 | +38% in Kansas City |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $92,750 | -30% in Kansas City |
| Registered Nurse | $115,290 | $83,040 | -28% in Kansas City |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $62,680 | -27% in Kansas City |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $90,490 | -25% in Kansas City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,270 | $61,060 | -23% in Kansas City |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $82,330 | $64,420 | -22% in Kansas City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Kansas City is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,535 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Kansas City to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $52,671 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $74,596 in Kansas City, 49% more in Anchorage.