Breckenridge Hills, MO vs Wardsville, MO

Breckenridge Hills, MO and Wardsville, MO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.2% difference in their overall index. Breckenridge Hills scores 75 while Wardsville scores 78 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Breckenridge Hills is $1,110/month compared to $717/month in Wardsville — a 55% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wardsville has cheaper rent, Breckenridge Hills actually has lower median home values ($92,700 vs $309,900).

Median household income in Breckenridge Hills is $44,800 compared to $117,500 in Wardsville (-61.9%). While Wardsville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Breckenridge Hills spend roughly 29.7% of their income on rent, more than the 7.3% in Wardsville.