United States
Cost of Living in Kansas City, MO
Monthly Total
$2,871
$50,243
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,152
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$57
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,152
$20,160
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$250
$4,375
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$195
$3,413
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$300
$5,250
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$270
$4,725
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$311
$5,443
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$315
$5,513
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$79
$1,383
Monthly Total
$2,871
$50,243
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