Lakeland, Florida vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 15.5% cheaper than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $82,795 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Lakeland, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Joplin
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Lakeland, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.5% lower
      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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  13.2% lower
  Health
  3.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower