Cost of Living Calculator - Joplin, Missouri vs Aurora, Illinois


The cost of living in Aurora, Illinois is 19.4% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $59,718 in Aurora, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aurora, Illinois is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% more expensive in Aurora
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs Aurora, IL
Compared to Joplin, Aurora is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  23.2% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.2% higher

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