St. Louis, Missouri vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 9.8% cheaper than St. Louis, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $45,103 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Louis, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than St. Louis, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Joplin
than in St. Louis, Missouri
St. Louis, MO vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to St. Louis, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.8% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  25.5% lower
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% lower

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