Independence, Missouri vs. Columbia, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is 5.0% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $44,112 in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Columbia
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Independence, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  22.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower