Cost of living in Leawood

In Leawood, United States, living costs about $2316 per month for one person and $4783 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Leawood compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Leawood are 62% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Leawood compare to your city?

Leawood is 46% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Leawood is, on average, 41% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Leawood?

Who is Leawood a good fit for?

Leawood is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Leawood so expensive?

The primary reason for Leawood's high cost of living is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities. This factor greatly influences overall living expenses in the area.

Is food expensive in Leawood?

Food costs in Leawood are 23% higher than the European benchmark. This adds to the overall financial burden for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Leawood?

Public transport in Leawood is 38% lower than the European benchmark. This makes commuting more economical compared to many other locations.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2316 $
Without Rent
767 $
Rent & Utilities
1549 $
Food
584 $
Transport
46 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
5170 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
33.9K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.1 $
Dinner 70.2 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.5 $
Capuccino 4.34 $
Coke, 330ml 2.37 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.98 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.48 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.79 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.11 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.5 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.6 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.8 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.7 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.57 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.07 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.54 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.15 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.97 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.66 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.44 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.78 $
Cigarette pack 7.18 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.66 $
Monthly Pass 53 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.82 $
Taxi, 8 km 13.5 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 82 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.43 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 3.95 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.19 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.67 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 136 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 210 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 55 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,331 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,859 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,466 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,475 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,983 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,351 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 5,17 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.53%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 59.3 $
Cinema, 1 seat 14.5 $
Haircut 13.3 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 88.9 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 52 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 823 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 24,729 $

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Leawood vs New York City (New York City is 75% more expensive) Leawood vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 38% more expensive) Leawood vs Chicago (Chicago is 15% more expensive) Leawood vs Houston (Houston is 3% less expensive) Leawood vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 2% more expensive) Leawood vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 10% more expensive) Leawood vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 5% less expensive) Leawood vs San Diego (San Diego is 44% more expensive) Leawood vs Dallas (Dallas is 10% more expensive) Leawood vs San Jose (San Jose is 59% more expensive)
Canada
Leawood vs Toronto (Toronto is 11% more expensive) Leawood vs Montreal (Montreal is 16% less expensive) Leawood vs Calgary (Calgary is 7% less expensive) Leawood vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 3% less expensive) Leawood vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 23% less expensive) Leawood vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 24% less expensive) Leawood vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 7% more expensive) Leawood vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 14% more expensive) Leawood vs Brampton (Brampton is 8% less expensive) Leawood vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 7% less expensive)
Barbados
Leawood vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 41% less expensive) Leawood vs Holetown (Holetown is 40% less expensive)
Panama
Leawood vs Panama City (Panama City is 40% less expensive) Leawood vs Colon (Colon is 49% less expensive) Leawood vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 47% less expensive) Leawood vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 54% less expensive) Leawood vs David (David is 64% less expensive) Leawood vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 59% less expensive) Leawood vs Balboa (Balboa is 46% less expensive) Leawood vs Pacora (Pacora is 46% less expensive) Leawood vs Chitre (Chitre is 53% less expensive) Leawood vs Penonome (Penonome is 53% less expensive)
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Leawood vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 46% less expensive) Leawood vs Cayon (Cayon is 46% less expensive)
Cuba
Leawood vs Havana (Havana is 56% less expensive) Leawood vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 39% less expensive) Leawood vs Holguin (Holguin is 45% less expensive) Leawood vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 34% less expensive) Leawood vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 55% less expensive) Leawood vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 50% less expensive) Leawood vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 33% less expensive) Leawood vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 33% less expensive) Leawood vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 53% less expensive) Leawood vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 62% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Leawood vs San Jose (San Jose is 47% less expensive) Leawood vs Limon (Limon is 48% less expensive) Leawood vs Liberia (Liberia is 61% less expensive) Leawood vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 47% less expensive) Leawood vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 45% less expensive) Leawood vs Cartago (Cartago is 59% less expensive) Leawood vs Heredia (Heredia is 46% less expensive) Leawood vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 27% less expensive) Leawood vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 43% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Leawood vs Castries (Castries is 50% less expensive) Leawood vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 48% less expensive)
Jamaica
Leawood vs Kingston (Kingston is 43% less expensive) Leawood vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 66% less expensive) Leawood vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 56% less expensive) Leawood vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 50% less expensive) Leawood vs May Pen (May Pen is 65% less expensive) Leawood vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 58% less expensive) Leawood vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 63% less expensive) Leawood vs Linstead (Linstead is 55% less expensive) Leawood vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 52% less expensive) Leawood vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 51% less expensive)
El Salvador
Leawood vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 49% less expensive) Leawood vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 69% less expensive) Leawood vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 49% less expensive) Leawood vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 53% less expensive) Leawood vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 50% less expensive) Leawood vs Apopa (Apopa is 51% less expensive) Leawood vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 48% less expensive) Leawood vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 37% less expensive) Leawood vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 53% less expensive) Leawood vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 62% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Leawood vs St. John's (St. John's is 53% less expensive) Leawood vs All Saints (All Saints is 53% less expensive)
Grenada
Leawood vs St. George's (St. George's is 54% less expensive) Leawood vs Grenville (Grenville is 54% less expensive)
Dominica
Leawood vs Roseau (Roseau is 57% less expensive) Leawood vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 51% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Leawood vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 58% less expensive) Leawood vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 57% less expensive)
Belize
Leawood vs Belize City (Belize City is 62% less expensive) Leawood vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 53% less expensive) Leawood vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 69% less expensive) Leawood vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 42% less expensive) Leawood vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 32% less expensive)
Guatemala
Leawood vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 57% less expensive) Leawood vs Mixco (Mixco is 72% less expensive) Leawood vs Coban (Coban is 61% less expensive) Leawood vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 66% less expensive) Leawood vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 61% less expensive) Leawood vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 61% less expensive) Leawood vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 62% less expensive) Leawood vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 62% less expensive) Leawood vs Flores (Flores is 63% less expensive) Leawood vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 66% less expensive)
Honduras
Leawood vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 64% less expensive) Leawood vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 55% less expensive) Leawood vs Choloma (Choloma is 74% less expensive) Leawood vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 72% less expensive) Leawood vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 62% less expensive) Leawood vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 63% less expensive) Leawood vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 69% less expensive) Leawood vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 69% less expensive) Leawood vs Yoro (Yoro is 68% less expensive) Leawood vs La Lima (La Lima is 62% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Leawood vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 66% less expensive) Leawood vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 55% less expensive) Leawood vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 67% less expensive) Leawood vs Higuey (Higuey is 67% less expensive) Leawood vs La Vega (La Vega is 75% less expensive) Leawood vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 64% less expensive) Leawood vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 68% less expensive) Leawood vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 77% less expensive) Leawood vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 73% less expensive) Leawood vs Bonao (Bonao is 77% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Leawood vs Managua (Managua is 67% less expensive) Leawood vs Leon (Leon is 72% less expensive) Leawood vs Masaya (Masaya is 69% less expensive) Leawood vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 76% less expensive) Leawood vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 72% less expensive) Leawood vs Esteli (Esteli is 74% less expensive) Leawood vs Granada (Granada is 70% less expensive) Leawood vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 80% less expensive) Leawood vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 71% less expensive) Leawood vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 62% less expensive)