Joplin, Missouri vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 7.6% cheaper than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $184,718 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Akron
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Joplin, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% lower
  Commute
  9.4% higher
  Health
  16.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher