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
$1,291
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$138
👥 People living there
198,173
510,612
Commute to work
20.8 min
21.7 min
College degree
31.1%
38.4%
Own their home
45.5%
55.4%
Below poverty line
24.7%
14.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Kansas City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Kansas City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $92,750 | +50% in Kansas City |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $76,860 | +36% in Kansas City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $36,080 | +30% in Kansas City |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $62,680 | +29% in Kansas City |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $90,490 | -27% in Kansas City |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $76,150 | +27% in Kansas City |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $133,350 | +26% in Kansas City |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $45,300 | +23% in Kansas City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $60,589 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $74,596 in Kansas City, 33% more in Kansas City.
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