Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs Springfield, Missouri


The cost of living in Springfield, Missouri is 24.4% cheaper than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $45,360 in Springfield, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Missouri is cheaper than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Springfield
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs Springfield, MO
Compared to Arcata, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.4% 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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  2.2% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower

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