Cost of Living in Des Peres, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
231.4
100 = national avg
+131.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,819
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$240,663
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing249.9
Food200.0
Transportation172.8
Healthcare191.0
Utilities198.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in Des Peres is 231.4, which is 131.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 249.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,819 per year to cover basic expenses.