Metro profile · CBSA 28140
Healthcare wages in Kansas City, MO-KS
44 occupations with reported wage data, scored on the WageBench 0-100 scale that blends pay, cost of living, state tax, and license access.
COL Index (RPP)
—
100 = national avg
HUD FMR (2BR)
$1,318/mo
Fair-market rent
GSA Per Diem
$110/day
Lodging stipend cap
Avg Score
68
Across 44 roles
Every healthcare occupation in Kansas City
Sortable by median wage, take-home after state tax, or WageBench Score. Click any role for state + metro comparison.
44 occupations · page 1 of 2
| Occupation | Category | Annual Median | Take-Home | WageBench Score ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pediatricians, General | physician | $271,410 | $259,197 | 75 |
| Anesthesiologists | physician | $477,890 | $456,385 | 73 |
| Radiation Therapists | allied | $117,280 | $112,002 | 71 |
| Phlebotomists | support | $46,110 | $44,035 | 70 |
| Audiologists | allied | $99,650 | $95,166 | 70 |
| Dietetic Technicians | allied | $38,390 | $36,662 | 70 |
| Exercise Physiologists | allied | $61,600 | $58,828 | 70 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | allied | $76,330 | $72,895 | 70 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | allied | $100,450 | $95,930 | 70 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | support | $71,050 | $67,853 | 69 |
| Dentists, General | physician | $171,690 | $163,964 | 69 |
| Physician Assistants | physician | $133,350 | $127,349 | 69 |
| Nurse Practitioners | nursing | $130,760 | $124,876 | 69 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | nursing | $64,420 | $61,521 | 69 |
| Pharmacists | allied | $139,460 | $133,184 | 69 |
| Occupational Therapists | allied | $99,840 | $95,347 | 69 |
| Physical Therapists | allied | $101,270 | $96,713 | 69 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | allied | $78,340 | $74,815 | 69 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | allied | $45,360 | $43,319 | 69 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | allied | $46,260 | $44,178 | 69 |
| Dental Assistants | support | $48,190 | $46,021 | 69 |
| Medical Assistants | support | $45,300 | $43,262 | 69 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | allied | $59,230 | $56,565 | 68 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | nursing | $218,080 | $208,266 | 68 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | support | $65,580 | $62,629 | 68 |
| Paramedics | allied | $42,670 | $40,750 | 68 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | allied | $43,780 | $41,810 | 68 |
| Surgical Technologists | allied | $62,250 | $59,449 | 68 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | allied | $43,700 | $41,734 | 68 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | support | $32,780 | $31,305 | 68 |
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