Columbus, Kansas vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 11.3% more expensive than Columbus, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $83,507 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is more expensive than Columbus, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% more expensive in Joplin
than in Columbus, Kansas
Columbus, KS vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Columbus, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  10.7% higher
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower