Surprise, Arizona vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 30.7% cheaper than Surprise, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $45,758 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Surprise, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Surprise, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Joplin
than in Surprise, Arizona
Surprise, AZ vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Surprise, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.7% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  29.8% lower
  Health
  13.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% lower

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