Albany, MO vs Jamesport, MO

Jamesport is moderately more affordable than Albany, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Albany scores 56 compared to 52 for Jamesport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Albany 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 $450/month in Jamesport — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Jamesport is more affordable at $76,900 median vs $96,700.

Median household income in Albany is $46,905 compared to $46,875 in Jamesport (+0.1%). Albany 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, more than the 11.5% in Jamesport.