Maryland Heights, MO vs Troy, MO

Troy is moderately more affordable than Maryland Heights, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Maryland Heights scores 88 compared to 83 for Troy, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Maryland Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Maryland Heights is $1,217/month compared to $1,051/month in Troy — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Troy is more affordable at $212,100 median vs $215,300.

Median household income in Maryland Heights is $86,485 compared to $75,777 in Troy (+14.1%). While Maryland Heights is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Maryland Heights spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, more than the 16.6% in Troy.