Cost of Living Calculator - Joplin, Missouri vs Homer, Alaska


The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 41.2% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $70,576 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
114% more expensive in Homer
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs Homer, AK
Compared to Joplin, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.2% 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
  30.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  143.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.0% higher
  Commute
  8.6% lower
  Health
  24.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  38.5% higher

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