Cost of Living in Kansas City
Median income in Kansas City is $50,000/year ($4,167/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.
Average Rent in Kansas City
$850
Studio
$1,050
1 Bedroom
$1,300
2 Bedrooms
Monthly Budget Breakdown: $4,167/month
How to allocate the median Kansas City income of $50,000/year after taxes.
Housing
$1,050
Food & Groceries
$420
Transportation
$350
Utilities
$175
Healthcare
$210
Entertainment
$250
Personal & Other
$210
Savings
$1,502
Total
$4,167
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Affordable Neighborhoods in Kansas City
Westport and the Crossroads Arts District have vibrant nightlife at moderate rents
Waldo and Brookside offer family-friendly, walkable communities
The Kansas side (Overland Park, Olathe) has no earnings tax and excellent schools
Money-Saving Tips for Kansas City
KC Streetcar is free — runs from River Market through downtown to Union Station
Kansas City BBQ is legendary and affordable — skip fancy restaurants
Shop at Price Chopper, Aldi, and the City Market for competitive grocery prices
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