Milan, MO vs Pilot Grove, MO

Milan, MO and Pilot Grove, MO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.4% difference in their overall index. Milan scores 61 while Pilot Grove scores 61 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 Milan is $699/month compared to $656/month in Pilot Grove — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pilot Grove has cheaper rent, Milan actually has lower median home values ($89,700 vs $118,300).

Median household income in Milan is $52,647 compared to $63,750 in Pilot Grove (-17.4%). While Pilot Grove is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Milan spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in Pilot Grove.