salaryKansas City is 10% 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
$2,270
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,096
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$132,171
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$575,100
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,417
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$138
👥 People living there
280,262
510,612
Commute to work
25.9 min
21.7 min
College degree
48.2%
38.4%
Own their home
73.1%
55.4%
Below poverty line
5.3%
14.6%
Unemployment
3.5%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Gilbert for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Kansas City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Gilbert | Kansas City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $62,960 | -26% in Kansas City |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $76,860 | +26% in Kansas City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $36,080 | -24% in Kansas City |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $76,150 | +19% in Kansas City |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $83,040 | -18% in Kansas City |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $64,420 | -17% in Kansas City |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $39,710 | -12% in Kansas City |
| Cashier | $34,920 | $30,700 | -12% in Kansas City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilbert or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Kansas City is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,535 a month there versus $2,270 in Gilbert.
What salary do I need in Kansas City to match $60,000 in Gilbert?
About $53,744 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Gilbert or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $132,171 in Gilbert and $74,596 in Kansas City, 77% more in Gilbert.