Escanaba, Michigan vs. West Plains, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Plains, Missouri is 5.6% cheaper than Escanaba, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $47,201 in West Plains, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Escanaba, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Plains, Missouri is cheaper than Escanaba, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
33% cheaper in West Plains
than in Escanaba, Michigan
Escanaba, MI vs. West Plains, MO
Compared to Escanaba, West Plains is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.9% lower
  Commute
  22.0% lower
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower