Cost of Living in Lee's Summit, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.6
100 = national avg
+42.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,740
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,295
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing158.7
Food130.2
Transportation120.1
Healthcare124.2
Utilities129.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,197
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,358
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lee's Summit is 142.6, which is 42.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,740 per year to cover basic expenses.