Cost of Living in Kansas City, MO
Population: 508,233 • 2026 Data
$67,449
Median Household Income
-13% vs national
$1,186
Median Monthly Rent
-12% vs national
$227,000
Median Home Value
-33% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kansas City
The median home value in Kansas City, MO is $227,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,186, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,205.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kansas City, MO is $67,449. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 279,516 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.