Waco, Texas vs. Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cape Girardeau, Missouri is 3.2% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $64,996 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cape Girardeau, Missouri is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
18% more expensive in Cape Girardeau
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Cape Girardeau, MO
Compared to Waco, Cape Girardeau is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  3.2% lower
  Health
  18.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher