Chillicothe, MO vs Hillsboro, MO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Chillicothe is 16.9% cheaper than Hillsboro. With a cost index of 65 vs 78, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Chillicothe to Hillsboro should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chillicothe is $767/month compared to $928/month in Hillsboro — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chillicothe is more affordable at $119,900 median vs $206,200.

Median household income in Chillicothe is $51,231 compared to $65,278 in Hillsboro (-21.5%). While Hillsboro is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chillicothe spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, more than the 17.1% in Hillsboro.