Scott City, KS vs Stockton, KS

Stockton is moderately more affordable than Scott City, with a 14.1% lower cost of living index. Scott City scores 68 compared to 60 for Stockton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Scott City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Scott City is $778/month compared to $719/month in Stockton — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stockton is more affordable at $85,300 median vs $166,400.

Median household income in Scott City is $54,026 compared to $60,964 in Stockton (-11.4%). Stockton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Scott City spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Stockton.