Clayton, MO vs Glendale, MO

Glendale is moderately more affordable than Clayton, with a 13.3% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 149 compared to 131 for Glendale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clayton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $1,648/month compared to $1,855/month in Glendale — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clayton has cheaper rent, Glendale actually has lower median home values ($510,100 vs $799,200).

Median household income in Clayton is $128,898 compared to $168,750 in Glendale (-23.6%). Glendale offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.2% in Glendale.