Holden, MO vs Pilot Grove, MO

Pilot Grove is moderately more affordable than Holden, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Holden scores 68 compared to 61 for Pilot Grove, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Holden can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Holden is $812/month compared to $656/month in Pilot Grove — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pilot Grove is more affordable at $118,300 median vs $132,400.

Median household income in Holden is $68,324 compared to $63,750 in Pilot Grove (+7.2%). The higher salaries in Holden partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Holden spend roughly 14.3% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in Pilot Grove.