Meridian, Mississippi vs. Springfield, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Missouri is 14.1% more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $132,340 in Springfield, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Missouri is more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Springfield
than in Meridian, Mississippi
Meridian, MS vs. Springfield, MO
Compared to Meridian, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  24.4% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower