Appleton City, MO vs Deepwater, MO

Appleton City is moderately more affordable than Deepwater, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Appleton City scores 55 compared to 58 for Deepwater, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Deepwater can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Appleton City is $503/month compared to $647/month in Deepwater — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Appleton City has cheaper rent, Deepwater actually has lower median home values ($80,000 vs $86,500).

Median household income in Appleton City is $44,615 compared to $31,250 in Deepwater (+42.8%). Appleton City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Appleton City spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, less than the 24.8% in Deepwater.