| | St. Joseph, MO | Emporia, KS | United States |
| Overall | 76.6 | 74.6 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 94.5 | 92.9 | 100 |
| Health | 110.9 | 107.5 | 100 |
| Housing | 40.0 | 40.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $132,300 | $137,700 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,300.0% | 10,730.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 71.0 | 63.0 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 87.5 | 97.6 | 100 |
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Reviews for St. Joseph 
6 Reviews
I've lived here all my life and gradually the crime rate has worsened over time. From violence to drugs to theft to property damage. The school district is horrible as More
St. Joseph, MO is nestled along the mighty Missouri river on the far western side of the state. It has rolling hills and the river banks are gorgeous in fall and spring. More
For years now St. Joseph has given alot of lip service to exploiting its historic and architectural assets to enhance the economy and quality of life here. But we More
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Reviews for Emporia 
3 Reviews
I hated Emporia when we first moved here 7 years ago, but have since grown to love it. At first I thought there was nothing to do, but the community has a lot to offer More
In emporia there is serval very good churches to pick from so u can find a good church home More
Pros:
1. Low crime rate
2. Low cost of living and housing
3. Affordable place to live
Cons:
1. Bad weather
2. Poor school system
3. High unemployment
4. Not More
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