Joplin, Missouri vs. Parma, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Parma, Idaho is 44.6% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $72,319 in Parma, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Parma, Idaho is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
145% more expensive in Parma
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Parma, ID
Compared to Joplin, Parma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.6% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  113.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  17.0% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher