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
$1,364
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$138
👥 People living there
222,791
510,612
Commute to work
19.7 min
21.7 min
College degree
47.2%
38.4%
Own their home
58.3%
55.4%
Below poverty line
12.6%
14.6%
Unemployment
4.1%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Kansas City for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Kansas City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $92,750 | +49% in Kansas City |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $90,490 | -34% in Kansas City |
| Plumber | $57,020 | $76,150 | +34% in Kansas City |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $76,860 | +31% in Kansas City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $36,080 | +29% in Kansas City |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $60,770 | +27% in Kansas City |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $61,810 | +26% in Kansas City |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $130,760 | +26% in Kansas City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Huntsville 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 Huntsville?
About $59,659 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $74,596 in Kansas City, 8% more in Huntsville.
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