Is Saint Louis more expensive than Kansas City?

Saint Louis is 11.2% more expensive than Kansas City overall. Rent is 9.2% lower, groceries 31.5% 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 138.4 while Saint Louis has 142.8 (NYC = 100). Saint Louis offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇺🇸 Kansas City vs 🇺🇸 Saint Louis

2026

Saint Louis är 11.2% dyrare

Kategori	🇺🇸 Kansas City	🇺🇸 Saint Louis	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	68.7	76.4	+11.2%
Hyra	32.6	29.6	-9.2%
Livsmedel	73.7	96.9	+31.5%
Restauranger	81.5	70.1	-14.0%
Köpkraft	138.4	142.8	+3.2%

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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