Cost of Living Calculator - West Plains, Missouri vs Springfield, Illinois


The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 4.0% more expensive than West Plains, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $52,003 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Plains, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is more expensive than West Plains, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
171% more expensive in Springfield
than in West Plains, Missouri
West Plains, MO vs Springfield, IL
Compared to West Plains, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  17.3% higher
  Health
  10.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher

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