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
$3,405
$1,535
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,400
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$74,596
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$242,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$2,671
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$138
👥 People living there
311,690
510,612
Commute to work
24.7 min
21.7 min
College degree
70.6%
38.4%
Own their home
44.5%
55.4%
Below poverty line
10.8%
14.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine 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 | Irvine | 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 Irvine or Kansas City cheaper to live in?
Kansas City is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,535 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Kansas City to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $48,893 a year gives the same standard of living in Kansas City.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Kansas City?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $74,596 in Kansas City, 98% more in Irvine.