Boonville, MO vs Castle Point, MO

Boonville is moderately more affordable than Castle Point, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Boonville scores 68 compared to 72 for Castle Point, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Castle Point can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Boonville is $759/month compared to $1,129/month in Castle Point — a 33% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Boonville has cheaper rent, Castle Point actually has lower median home values ($57,300 vs $173,400).

Median household income in Boonville is $51,321 compared to $34,679 in Castle Point (+48%). Boonville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Boonville spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 39.1% in Castle Point. The Boonville ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.