Plano, Texas vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 31.6% cheaper than Plano, Texas.

You would need a salary of $34,189 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Plano, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Plano, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Joplin
than in Plano, Texas
Plano, TX vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Plano, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  16.6% lower
  Health
  3.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower