Independence, Kansas vs. Stockton, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stockton, Missouri is 15.7% more expensive than Independence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $57,836 in Stockton, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stockton, Missouri is more expensive than Independence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Stockton
than in Independence, Kansas
Independence, KS vs. Stockton, MO
Compared to Independence, Stockton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  141.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  18.2% higher
  Health
  2.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower