Dexter, MO vs Ferguson, MO

Dexter is moderately more affordable than Ferguson, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Dexter scores 65 compared to 74 for Ferguson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ferguson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dexter is $717/month compared to $1,066/month in Ferguson — a 33% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Dexter has cheaper rent, Ferguson actually has lower median home values ($99,300 vs $132,700).

Median household income in Dexter is $47,647 compared to $46,106 in Ferguson (+3.3%). Dexter offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Dexter spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, less than the 27.7% in Ferguson.