Raytown, MO vs Union, MO

Union is moderately more affordable than Raytown, with a 9.9% lower cost of living index. Raytown scores 83 compared to 75 for Union, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Raytown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Raytown is $1,213/month compared to $847/month in Union — a 43% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Union has cheaper rent, Raytown actually has lower median home values ($162,000 vs $199,100).

Median household income in Raytown is $67,227 compared to $71,760 in Union (-6.3%). Union offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Raytown spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Union.