Albany, New York vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 22.7% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $38,653 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Joplin
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Albany, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  16.2% lower
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.9% lower