Joplin, Missouri vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 30.8% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $38,464 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Auburn
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Joplin, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  8.6% higher
  Health
  16.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.1% higher