Joplin, Missouri vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 29.4% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $97,017 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Albany
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Joplin, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.4% 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
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  11.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.6% higher