Cost of Living Calculator - Aurora, Illinois vs Joplin, Missouri


The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 16.3% cheaper than Aurora, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,863 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Aurora, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Joplin
than in Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, IL vs Joplin, MO
Compared to Aurora, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.3% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% higher
  Commute
  18.8% lower
  Health
  12.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.8% lower

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