salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,535
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$223
👥 People living there
510,612
618,980
Commute to work
21.7 min
21.1 min
College degree
38.4%
28%
Own their home
55.4%
44.9%
Below poverty line
14.6%
23.1%
Unemployment
4.4%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $24,550 | -32% in Memphis |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $58,690 | -23% in Memphis |
| Electrician | $76,860 | $60,890 | -21% in Memphis |
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $75,410 | +20% in Memphis |
| Carpenter | $61,810 | $50,620 | -18% in Memphis |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $78,580 | -15% in Memphis |
| Medical Assistant | $45,300 | $39,260 | -13% in Memphis |
| Operations Manager | $90,490 | $102,510 | +13% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Kansas City and Memphis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Kansas City?
About $59,764 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Memphis?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $55,797 in Memphis, 34% more in Kansas City.