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
$1,496
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$138
👥 People living there
301,198
510,612
Commute to work
21.7 min
21.7 min
College degree
41%
38.4%
Own their home
50.5%
55.4%
Below poverty line
17%
14.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Kansas City for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Kansas City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $57,510 | $76,150 | +32% in Kansas City |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $76,860 | +32% in Kansas City |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $60,770 | +30% in Kansas City |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $61,810 | +24% in Kansas City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $36,080 | +20% in Kansas City |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,190 | $41,700 | +12% in Kansas City |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,750 | $34,320 | +12% in Kansas City |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $133,350 | +11% in Kansas City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Greensboro 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 Greensboro?
About $59,792 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $74,596 in Kansas City, 11% more in Kansas City.
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