Ferguson, Missouri vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 3.0% cheaper than Ferguson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $48,505 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Ferguson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Ferguson, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Joplin
than in Ferguson, Missouri
Ferguson, MO vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Ferguson, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  107.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  28.3% lower
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.2% lower