salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Pittsburgh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,535
$1,621
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$70,903
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$205,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$1,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$114
👥 People living there
510,612
304,759
Commute to work
21.7 min
22.7 min
College degree
38.4%
49.1%
Own their home
55.4%
47.7%
Below poverty line
14.6%
20.1%
Unemployment
4.4%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Pittsburgh for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Pittsburgh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $83,190 | +32% in Pittsburgh |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,060 | $76,550 | +25% in Pittsburgh |
| Firefighter | $60,770 | $72,230 | +19% in Pittsburgh |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $75,960 | -18% in Pittsburgh |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $63,190 | -13% in Pittsburgh |
| Operations Manager | $90,490 | $100,840 | +11% in Pittsburgh |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,320 | $30,840 | -10% in Pittsburgh |
| Electrician | $76,860 | $69,340 | -10% in Pittsburgh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Pittsburgh cheaper to live in?
Kansas City and Pittsburgh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Pittsburgh to match $60,000 in Kansas City?
About $61,380 a year gives the same standard of living in Pittsburgh.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Pittsburgh?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $70,903 in Pittsburgh, 5% more in Kansas City.
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