Ashland, MO vs St. Ann, MO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. St. Ann is 20% cheaper than Ashland. With a cost index of 72 vs 86, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from St. Ann to Ashland should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashland is $1,188/month compared to $952/month in St. Ann — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Ann is more affordable at $118,600 median vs $231,700.

Median household income in Ashland is $90,628 compared to $52,059 in St. Ann (+74.1%). While Ashland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashland spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 21.9% in St. Ann.