In Joplin, United States, living costs about $1874 per month for one person and $4007 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Joplin are 31% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Joplin is 7% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Joplin is, on average, 16% lower than in Columbus.
Joplin is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary reason for the high cost of living in Joplin is the elevated rent and utilities. These expenses significantly impact overall affordability.
Food costs in Joplin are 13% higher than the European benchmark. This increase can affect overall budgeting for residents.
Public transport in Joplin is 38% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more economical choice for commuting.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 20 $ |
| Dinner | 60.5 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.91 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.02 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.71 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.83 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.84 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.22 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.67 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.48 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 10.3 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.09 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 16.5 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.17 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.69 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.72 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.53 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.28 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.29 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.29 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.1 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 13.1 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.72 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 8.64 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.85 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 47 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.81 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 14.8 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 116 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 8.03 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 4.38 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.97 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.74 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 166 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 255 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 70 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 876 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,201 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,048 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,631 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,465 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,454 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 4,795 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.58% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 19.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 12.7 $ |
| Haircut | 14.8 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 87.7 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 45.3 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 908 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 16,041 $ |