Cost of Living Calculator - Joplin, Missouri vs South San Francisco, California


The cost of living in South San Francisco, California is 191.3% more expensive than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $218,500 in South San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South San Francisco, California is more expensive than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
611% more expensive in South San Francisco
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs South San Francisco, CA
Compared to Joplin, South San Francisco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  191.3% 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
  19.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  785.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  97.5% higher
  Health
  12.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  41.3% higher

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