Albany, MO vs Alton, MO

Albany is moderately more affordable than Alton, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Albany scores 56 compared to 60 for Alton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Albany is $520/month compared to $594/month in Alton — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Albany is more affordable at $96,700 median vs $117,100.

Median household income in Albany is $46,905 compared to $47,606 in Alton (-1.5%). Alton does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Albany spend roughly 13.3% of their income on rent, less than the 15% in Alton.

Climate-wise, Alton is notably warmer with an average of 57°F compared to 51.6°F in Albany. Alton receives more rainfall at 47.3" per year compared to 37.4" in Albany.