Branson, Missouri vs. Cairo, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cairo, Illinois is 10.3% cheaper than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $44,849 in Cairo, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cairo, Illinois is cheaper than Branson, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Cairo
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. Cairo, IL
Compared to Branson, Cairo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  31.1% higher
  Health
  25.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower