salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Omaha to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,535
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$131
👥 People living there
510,612
488,837
Commute to work
21.7 min
19.6 min
College degree
38.4%
40.1%
Own their home
55.4%
57.4%
Below poverty line
14.6%
13.5%
Unemployment
4.4%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for cheaper homes.
- Pick Omaha for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $80,280 | +28% in Omaha |
| Electrician | $76,860 | $62,440 | -19% in Omaha |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $63,400 | -17% in Omaha |
| Carpenter | $61,810 | $52,800 | -15% in Omaha |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $62,280 | -14% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $45,300 | $48,010 | +6% in Omaha |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,340 | $96,310 | -5% in Omaha |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $34,290 | -5% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Kansas City and Omaha cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Kansas City?
About $59,590 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Omaha?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $78,947 in Omaha, 6% more in Omaha.