Joplin, Missouri vs. Newton, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newton, Kansas is 5.0% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $52,480 in Newton, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, Kansas is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
93% more expensive in Newton
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Newton, KS
Compared to Joplin, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  11.6% higher
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% higher