Joplin, Missouri vs. Arvada, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arvada, Colorado is 76.5% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $88,271 in Arvada, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arvada, Colorado is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
240% more expensive in Arvada
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Arvada, CO
Compared to Joplin, Arvada is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  76.5% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  255.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  59.7% higher
  Health
  20.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.6% higher