Cost of living in Poplar Bluff

In Poplar Bluff, United States, a single person typically needs around $1849 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $4601 monthly.

How expensive is Poplar Bluff compared to other cities?

Poplar Bluff is 29% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Poplar Bluff compare to your city?

Poplar Bluff is 51% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Poplar Bluff is, on average, 56% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Poplar Bluff?

Who is Poplar Bluff a good fit for?

Poplar Bluff is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Poplar Bluff so expensive?

The primary reason for the high cost of living in Poplar Bluff is the elevated rent and utilities. This significantly impacts overall affordability.

Is food expensive in Poplar Bluff?

Food prices in Poplar Bluff are 7% higher compared to the European benchmark. This can affect overall monthly expenses.

Is public transport affordable in Poplar Bluff?

Public transport in Poplar Bluff is 30% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more budget-friendly option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1849 $
Without Rent
700 $
Rent & Utilities
1150 $
Food
508 $
Transport
52 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3674 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
16.2K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.9 $
Dinner 50.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3 $
Capuccino 4.76 $
Coke, 330ml 2.26 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.99 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.33 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.69 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.85 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.1 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.55 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.87 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.4 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.54 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.9 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 4.3 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.29 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.38 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.31 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.5 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2 $
Cigarette pack 8.56 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.69 $
Monthly Pass 59.9 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.79 $
Taxi, 8 km 14.5 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 104 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.65 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.82 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.51 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.96 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 173 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 266 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 69 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 875 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,853 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,038 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,970 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,018 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,862 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,674 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.65%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 31.4 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13 $
Haircut 16.1 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 83.7 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 47.6 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,103 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 19,123 $

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Poplar Bluff vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 26% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Holetown (Holetown is 25% less expensive)
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Poplar Bluff vs Panama City (Panama City is 25% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Colon (Colon is 36% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 33% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 43% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs David (David is 55% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 48% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Balboa (Balboa is 32% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Pacora (Pacora is 32% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Chitre (Chitre is 41% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Penonome (Penonome is 41% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Poplar Bluff vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 33% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Cayon (Cayon is 33% less expensive)
Cuba
Poplar Bluff vs Havana (Havana is 45% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 23% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Holguin (Holguin is 31% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 18% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 43% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 37% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 16% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 16% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 41% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 53% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Poplar Bluff vs San Jose (San Jose is 33% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Limon (Limon is 35% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Liberia (Liberia is 51% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 33% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 31% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Cartago (Cartago is 48% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Heredia (Heredia is 33% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 9% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 29% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Poplar Bluff vs Castries (Castries is 37% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 35% less expensive)
Jamaica
Poplar Bluff vs Kingston (Kingston is 28% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 58% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 45% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 37% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs May Pen (May Pen is 56% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 47% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 54% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Linstead (Linstead is 43% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 39% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 38% less expensive)
El Salvador
Poplar Bluff vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 36% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 62% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 37% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 42% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 37% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Apopa (Apopa is 38% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 35% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 21% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 41% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 52% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Poplar Bluff vs St. John's (St. John's is 41% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs All Saints (All Saints is 42% less expensive)
Grenada
Poplar Bluff vs St. George's (St. George's is 42% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Grenville (Grenville is 43% less expensive)
Dominica
Poplar Bluff vs Roseau (Roseau is 46% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 38% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Poplar Bluff vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 47% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 46% less expensive)
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Poplar Bluff vs Belize City (Belize City is 53% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 41% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 61% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 28% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 15% less expensive)
Guatemala
Poplar Bluff vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 46% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Mixco (Mixco is 65% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Coban (Coban is 51% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 58% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 51% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 51% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 53% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 53% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Flores (Flores is 54% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 57% less expensive)
Honduras
Poplar Bluff vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 55% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 44% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Choloma (Choloma is 68% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 65% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 52% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 53% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 61% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 61% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Yoro (Yoro is 60% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs La Lima (La Lima is 53% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Poplar Bluff vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 57% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 43% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 59% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Higuey (Higuey is 58% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs La Vega (La Vega is 69% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 55% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 60% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 71% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 66% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Bonao (Bonao is 71% less expensive)
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Poplar Bluff vs Managua (Managua is 58% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Leon (Leon is 65% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Masaya (Masaya is 61% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 70% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 65% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Esteli (Esteli is 68% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Granada (Granada is 62% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 75% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 64% less expensive) Poplar Bluff vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 52% less expensive)