salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,535
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$167
👥 People living there
510,612
631,818
Commute to work
21.7 min
22.5 min
College degree
38.4%
33.8%
Own their home
55.4%
60.7%
Below poverty line
14.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.4%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $60,770 | $45,160 | -26% in Louisville |
| Electrician | $76,860 | $62,440 | -19% in Louisville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $30,180 | -16% in Louisville |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $63,280 | -13% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,700 | $46,830 | +12% in Louisville |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $81,390 | -12% in Louisville |
| Software Developer | $124,990 | $110,270 | -12% in Louisville |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,320 | $30,660 | -11% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Kansas City and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Kansas City?
About $60,344 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Louisville?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $72,097 in Louisville, 3% more in Kansas City.
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