Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
16% cheaper
Kansas City is 16% more affordable than Reno. A $75,000 salary in Reno is equivalent to $62,838 in Kansas City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Missouri salaries · Nevada salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Kansas City has a housing index of 80 while Reno sits at 133 (national average = 100). The median home in Kansas City costs $220,000 compared to $450,000 in Reno, a difference of $230,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Kansas City versus $1,600 in Reno.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Kansas City scores 97 while Reno scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Kansas City (96) match Reno (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Kansas City is $57,478 compared to $61,648 in Reno. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Kansas City.
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