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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Joplin, MO — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Tulsa, OK area

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You'd spend $1.6K/month more in Nashville, TN

$150.0K in your current city equals $168.9K in Nashville, TN

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 21.0%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,576
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$18.9K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Joplin, MO

Population:53K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$203K

Nashville, TN

Population:689K
Cost Index:121
Median Home:$489K

Joplin, MO

The Show-Me State

53K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Missouri, this city has a population of 53K residents.

Nashville, TN

The Volunteer State

689K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • •Music City USA
  • •Country music capital
  • •Healthcare industry hub

Major Industries

Music IndustryHealthcareTourismFinance

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Joplin, MO vs Nashville, TN

🏠Housing
↑ 58.7%
Joplin, MO
$1,670
Nashville, TN
$2,651
Difference
$980
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📦Other
↑ 18.6%
Joplin, MO
$1,638
Nashville, TN
$1,942
Difference
$304
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🏥Healthcare
↑ 16.6%
Joplin, MO
$521
Nashville, TN
$607
Difference
$86.28
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🚗Transportation
↑ 5.6%
Joplin, MO
$1,216
Nashville, TN
$1,284
Difference
$67.91
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🛒Groceries
↑ 5.5%
Joplin, MO
$899
Nashville, TN
$949
Difference
$49.87
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⚡All Utilities
↑ 7.9%
Joplin, MO
$481
Nashville, TN
$519
Difference
$38.08
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$640
To$1,600
↑ $960
1 Bed
From$649
To$1,680
↑ $1,031
2 Bed
From$802
To$1,840
↑ $1,038
3 Bed
From$1,048
To$2,350
↑ $1,302
Joplin, MOZIP-level data

1BR range: $760–$800/mo

Nashville, TNZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,320–$2,230/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,426
Monthly in Joplin, MO
$7,952
Monthly in Nashville, TN
$1,527
Difference

Home Values

Joplin
Nashville
$203K
Median Value
$489K
↑ +0.8%
YoY Change
↓ -2.1%
↑ +39%
5-Year Change
↑ +32.1%
$187K - $220K
Price Range
$320K - $1.16M

Homes in Nashville are 141% more expensive than Joplin

Calculate payment - JoplinCalculate payment - Nashville

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $7.9K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$661
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
5.3%
Rate difference

Joplin, MO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Missouri State Tax
Effective: 5.3%
$7.9K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.0%
$44.9K
Take-Home Pay
$8,755/month
$105.1K

Nashville, TN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Tennessee State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Additional Tax Information

Joplin, MO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.0%

Nashville, TN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.5%
Property Tax:0.7%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Joplin
Nashville
51 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
48.4%
Good Air Days
51.6%
98 High
Climate Risk
97 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🫨🌪
▲+3.0°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
61 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days
▲+3.0°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
61 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Missouri and Tennessee on TaxTakeHome.com

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