Elkhart, Indiana vs. Columbia, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is 12.4% more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $89,912 in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkhart, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Columbia
than in Elkhart, Indiana
Elkhart, IN vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Elkhart, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  4.7% lower
  Health
  33.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher