Cost of Living in Westwood Hills, KS

With a cost of living index of 142, Westwood Hills, KS is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 42% more expensive than the national average and 71% above the Kansas state average of 72. Westwood Hills is a small community of 484 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Westwood Hills's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,125 (61% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $548,900 (80% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Westwood Hills is $196,250, which is 161% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Kansas City, MO-KS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.