Yankton, South Dakota vs. Independence, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 3.5% more expensive than Yankton, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $77,633 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Yankton, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is more expensive than Yankton, South Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% more expensive in Independence
than in Yankton, South Dakota
Yankton, SD vs. Independence, MO
Compared to Yankton, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  47.2% higher
  Health
  14.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher