Joplin, Missouri vs. Paterson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paterson, New Jersey is 57.6% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $78,820 in Paterson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paterson, New Jersey is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
135% more expensive in Paterson
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Paterson, NJ
Compared to Joplin, Paterson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.6% 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
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  127.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% higher
  Commute
  85.4% higher
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.9% higher