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Osage Beach, MO vs Jefferson City, MO

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Is it cheaper to live in Jefferson City or is it cheaper to live in Osage Beach?
- Jefferson City is 11.2% less expensive than Osage Beach.

Which city has more affordable housing, Jefferson City or Osage Beach?
- Jefferson City housing costs are 38.7% less expensive than Osage Beach housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Osage Beach or is Health Care more affordable in Jefferson City.
- Health related expenses are 2.8% more in Jefferson City.
 Osage Beach, MOJefferson City, MOUnited States
 Overall  Unlock84.3100
 Food & Groceries99.1  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock125.6100
 Housing102.6  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$213,700$338,100
 Utilities95  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock67.9100
 Miscellaneous68.1  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Osage Beach    1 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

This is a small city that is gradually being "found" by more and more people. Right now, it's still just the right size for small town living. This is a place where more  More

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Reviews for Jefferson City    7 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

Oh Jeff City is nice to look at, but absolutely nothing to do unless you're a drunk. Nightlife consists of a few dive bars and Walmart. If you want culture, see a real  More

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Over 11 years ago

I have lived here for 28 years and its the dullest place to live. Nothing exciting happens and there is nothing to do.. The only activities are Go to a movie, a bar, or  More

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Jefferson City is a nice community. Although crime is everywhere, it has picked up bc of some drugs that have moved in the area. Our police have been working diligently  More

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