Joplin, Missouri vs. Avondale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Avondale, Arizona is 39.3% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $97,493 in Avondale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Avondale, Arizona is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
123% more expensive in Avondale
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Avondale, AZ
Compared to Joplin, Avondale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.3% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  102.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  39.0% higher
  Health
  11.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.9% higher