Lawrence, Kansas vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 20.0% cheaper than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $64,034 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Joplin
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Lawrence, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% lower
      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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  15.5% lower
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% lower