Branson, Missouri vs. Fairfield, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfield, Iowa is 7.0% cheaper than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $46,482 in Fairfield, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfield, Iowa is cheaper than Branson, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Fairfield
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. Fairfield, IA
Compared to Branson, Fairfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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)
  27.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  12.5% lower
  Health
  17.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher