Cost of Living in Kansas City, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.0
100 = national avg
-3.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,670
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,857
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing103.3
Food95.2
Transportation90.5
Healthcare96.2
Utilities97.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,197
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,358
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kansas City is 97.0, which is 3.0% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,670 per year to cover basic expenses.