Sedalia, Missouri vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 4.8% more expensive than Sedalia, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $78,581 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Sedalia, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is more expensive than Sedalia, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Joplin
than in Sedalia, Missouri
Sedalia, MO vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Sedalia, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  22.5% higher
  Health
  3.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower