Joplin, Missouri vs. Lafayette, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Louisiana is 18.0% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $23,592 in Lafayette, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Louisiana is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Lafayette, LA
Compared to Joplin, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
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  18.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.0% lower
  Commute
  38.3% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
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  Personal
  11.8% higher
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