Kingston, MO vs Norwood, MO

Kingston, MO and Norwood, MO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Kingston scores 55 while Norwood scores 57 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Kingston is $563/month compared to $607/month in Norwood — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kingston is more affordable at $67,900 median vs $78,600.

Median household income in Kingston is $35,833 compared to $37,375 in Norwood (-4.1%). While Norwood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kingston spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, less than the 19.5% in Norwood.