Branson, Missouri vs. St. Louis, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Louis, Missouri is 3.9% more expensive than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $51,947 in St. Louis, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Louis, Missouri is more expensive than Branson, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
52% more expensive in St. Louis
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. St. Louis, MO
Compared to Branson, St. Louis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% higher
      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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  41.1% higher
  Health
  8.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher