Cost of Living in St. Elizabeth, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
130.0
100 = national avg
+30.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,213
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$135,232
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.6
Food121.4
Transportation142.8
Healthcare117.1
Utilities118.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$819
per month
2 Bedroom
$898
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Elizabeth is 130.0, which is 30.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,213 per year to cover basic expenses.