Anniston, MO vs Stewartsville, MO

Stewartsville is moderately more affordable than Anniston, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Anniston scores 75 compared to 66 for Stewartsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Anniston can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Anniston is $1,281/month compared to $783/month in Stewartsville — a 64% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Stewartsville has cheaper rent, Anniston actually has lower median home values ($51,700 vs $121,400).

Median household income in Anniston is $34,615 compared to $73,906 in Stewartsville (-53.2%). Stewartsville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Anniston spend roughly 44.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.7% in Stewartsville. The Stewartsville ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.