Fresno, California vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 27.8% cheaper than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $46,941 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Fresno, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Joplin
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Fresno, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.8% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% lower