Merced, California vs. Independence, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 19.2% cheaper than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $60,610 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is cheaper than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Independence
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Independence, MO
Compared to Merced, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.2% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher