Downey, California vs. Springfield, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Missouri is 46.4% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $69,731 in Springfield, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Missouri is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Springfield
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs. Springfield, MO
Compared to Downey, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.4% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  47.6% lower
  Health
  11.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower