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JOPLIN vs. KANSAS CITY
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Joplin, Missouri vs. Kansas City, Kansas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Kansas is
11.0%
more expensive
than Joplin, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$83,244
in Kansas City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Kansas is
more expensive
than Joplin, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% more expensive in Kansas City
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Kansas City, KS
Compared to Joplin, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.8% lower
Commute
24.3% higher
Health
2.1% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
18.4% higher
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