salaryKansas City is 20% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,535
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$109
👥 People living there
510,612
754,195
Commute to work
21.7 min
26 min
College degree
38.4%
68.4%
Own their home
55.4%
43.7%
Below poverty line
14.6%
9.9%
Unemployment
4.4%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $115,120 | +83% in Seattle |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,060 | $102,920 | +69% in Seattle |
| Firefighter | $60,770 | $101,090 | +66% in Seattle |
| Operations Manager | $90,490 | $146,030 | +61% in Seattle |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $57,280 | +59% in Seattle |
| Registered Nurse | $83,040 | $128,260 | +54% in Seattle |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $133,740 | +44% in Seattle |
| Cashier | $30,700 | $44,210 | +44% in Seattle |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Kansas City is about 20% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,535 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Kansas City?
About $72,053 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Seattle?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $133,583 in Seattle, 44% more in Seattle.