Meridian, Mississippi vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 4.0% more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $52,022 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Joplin
than in Meridian, Mississippi
Meridian, MS vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Meridian, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  10.0% higher
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower