Scott City, MO vs Union, MO

Scott City is moderately more affordable than Union, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Scott City scores 65 compared to 75 for Union, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Union can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Scott City is $791/month compared to $847/month in Union — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Scott City is more affordable at $134,900 median vs $199,100.

Median household income in Scott City is $61,581 compared to $71,760 in Union (-14.2%). While Union is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Scott City spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Union.