Branson, Missouri vs. Gastonia, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gastonia, North Carolina is 10.2% more expensive than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $68,309 in Gastonia, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gastonia, North Carolina is more expensive than Branson, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Gastonia
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. Gastonia, NC
Compared to Branson, Gastonia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  21.6% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher