Glasgow, MO vs Piedmont, MO

Glasgow is moderately more affordable than Piedmont, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Glasgow scores 54 compared to 60 for Piedmont, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Piedmont can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glasgow is $445/month compared to $639/month in Piedmont — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glasgow has cheaper rent, Piedmont actually has lower median home values ($102,400 vs $115,400).

Median household income in Glasgow is $45,703 compared to $37,868 in Piedmont (+20.7%). Glasgow offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glasgow spend roughly 11.7% of their income on rent, less than the 20.2% in Piedmont.