Dexter, MO vs Licking, MO

Licking is moderately more affordable than Dexter, with a 8.5% lower cost of living index. Dexter scores 65 compared to 60 for Licking, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dexter 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 $614/month in Licking — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Licking is more affordable at $109,000 median vs $132,700.

Median household income in Dexter is $47,647 compared to $32,813 in Licking (+45.2%). While Dexter is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dexter spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, less than the 22.5% in Licking.