Joplin, Missouri vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 14.3% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $57,172 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Joplin, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  0.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher