Topeka, Kansas vs. Joplin, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joplin, Missouri is 5.3% cheaper than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $71,003 in Joplin, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joplin, Missouri is cheaper than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% cheaper in Joplin
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Joplin, MO
Compared to Topeka, Joplin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  0.7% lower
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% lower