Waterloo, Illinois vs. Branson, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Branson, Missouri is 12.3% cheaper than Waterloo, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,833 in Branson, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Branson, Missouri is cheaper than Waterloo, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
63% cheaper in Branson
than in Waterloo, Illinois
Waterloo, IL vs. Branson, MO
Compared to Waterloo, Branson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  29.4% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% lower