Kansas City Living Wage: A Stark Reality
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In Kansas City, new data from the MIT Living Wage calculator reveals that workers need to earn significantly more than the minimum wage, set to increase to $15/hour in 2026, to cover basic expenses. A single adult requires $22.97/hour, while a single parent with one child needs $39.50/hour. The living wage varies across the metro, with Wyandotte County at $21.72/hour and Johnson County at $24.41/hour, the highest in the area.
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