Is Saint Louis more expensive than Kansas City?

Saint Louis is 9.4% more expensive than Kansas City overall. Rent is 9.3% lower, groceries 26.8% more expensive, and restaurants 14.0% cheaper.

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

Kansas City has a purchasing power index of 145.3 while Saint Louis has 150.3 (NYC = 100). Saint Louis offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇺🇸 Kansas City vs 🇺🇸 Saint Louis

2026

Saint Louis är 9.4% dyrare

Kategori	🇺🇸 Kansas City	🇺🇸 Saint Louis	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	68.1	74.5	+9.4%
Hyra	32.1	29.1	-9.3%
Livsmedel	74.3	94.2	+26.8%
Restauranger	81.0	69.7	-14.0%
Köpkraft	145.3	150.3	+3.4%

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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