St. Louis vs Kansas City: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
St. Louis is about 2% cheaper overall. Here is how St. Louis and Kansas City compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- St. Louis cost-of-living index: 90 vs 100
- Kansas City cost-of-living index: 92 vs 100
- St. Louis median 2BR rent: $1,400/mo
- Kansas City median 2BR rent: $1,400/mo
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