Is Saint Louis more expensive than Kansas City?

Saint Louis is 9.7% more expensive than Kansas City overall. Rent is 10.2% lower, groceries 28.5% more expensive, and restaurants 13.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kansas City or Saint Louis?

Kansas City has a purchasing power index of 154.1 while Saint Louis has 158.6 (NYC = 100). Saint Louis offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Kansas City vs 🇺🇸 Saint Louis

2026

Saint Louis is 9.7% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Kansas City	🇺🇸 Saint Louis	Difference
Cost of Living	66.8	73.3	+9.7%
Rent	30.4	27.3	-10.2%
Groceries	70.5	90.6	+28.5%
Restaurants	81.3	70.5	-13.3%
Purchasing Power	154.1	158.6	+2.9%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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