Joplin, Missouri vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 38.2% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $110,563 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
113% more expensive in Olathe
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Joplin, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.2% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  127.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  17.7% higher
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.5% higher