West Plains, Missouri vs. Granite City, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Granite City, Illinois is 1.7% more expensive than West Plains, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $50,828 in Granite City, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Plains, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Granite City, Illinois is more expensive than West Plains, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
160% more expensive in Granite City
than in West Plains, Missouri
West Plains, MO vs. Granite City, IL
Compared to West Plains, Granite City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  54.1% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% higher