Joplin, Missouri vs. Bethany, Oklahoma

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bethany, Oklahoma is 9.5% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $54,759 in Bethany, Oklahoma to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethany, Oklahoma is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
73% more expensive in Bethany
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Bethany, OK
Compared to Joplin, Bethany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.5% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  27.8% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% higher