Joplin, Missouri vs. Galesburg, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galesburg, Illinois is 10.2% cheaper than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $35,925 in Galesburg, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galesburg, Illinois is cheaper than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Galesburg
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Galesburg, IL
Compared to Joplin, Galesburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  19.1% lower
  Health
  10.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher