Cost of Living in Merriam Woods, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.6
100 = national avg
-11.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,971
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,113
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.6
Food88.2
Transportation90.8
Healthcare90.6
Utilities91.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$784
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,029
per month
The overall cost of living index in Merriam Woods is 88.6, which is 11.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,971 per year to cover basic expenses.