Joplin, Missouri vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 1.2% cheaper than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $74,095 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Emporia
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Joplin, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  14.2% lower
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% higher