Moving from Kansas City to Spokane (2026)

Spokane has a COL index of 91 vs 91 for Kansas City (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$138 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
91 โ†’ 91
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,200 โ†’ $1,400
per month
State tax
5.4% โ†’ None
income tax
COL difference
91 โ†’ 91
0% more expensive

Salary needed in Spokane to match your Kansas City lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in Kansas CityEquivalent in Spokane
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Pay ~$155/mo moreon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Kansas City vs Spokane

ExpenseKansas CitySpokane
Monthly take-home$4,403$4,741
1BR rent$1,200$1,400
Groceries$361$372
Transport$70$62
Utilities$165$115
Internet$60$62
Left after essentials$2,547$2,730

Frequently asked questions

Is Spokane cheaper than Kansas City?

No. Spokane has a cost of living index of 91 vs 91 for Kansas City (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Kansas City to Spokane?

On a $75K salary, moving from Kansas City to Spokane saves roughly $138/month on core expenses. That's ~$1,656/year.

What salary do I need in Spokane to match my Kansas City lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Kansas City, you'd need roughly $75,000/year in Spokane. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only