Homer, Alaska vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 29.2% cheaper than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $35,423 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Homer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Joplin
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Homer, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  23.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% lower
  Commute
  9.4% higher
  Health
  19.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.8% lower