salaryKansas City is 19% 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
$2,597
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,498
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$95,332
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$1,102,300
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,679
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$174
$138
👥 People living there
190,748
510,612
Commute to work
27.1 min
21.7 min
College degree
47.2%
38.4%
Own their home
35.2%
55.4%
Below poverty line
12.9%
14.6%
Unemployment
8.3%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Kansas City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Glendale | Kansas City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $62,960 | -48% in Kansas City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $61,060 | -40% in Kansas City |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $83,040 | -39% in Kansas City |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $60,770 | -38% in Kansas City |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $134,640 | -31% in Kansas City |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $90,490 | -28% in Kansas City |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $92,750 | -25% in Kansas City |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $124,990 | -22% in Kansas City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Kansas City is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,535 a month there versus $2,597 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Kansas City to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $48,893 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $95,332 in Glendale and $74,596 in Kansas City, 28% more in Glendale.