Cost of Living in St. John, MO

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

89.0

100 = national avg

-11.0 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$39,146

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$92,527

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
97.7
Food
88.5
Transportation
77.1
Healthcare
90.8
Utilities
92.7

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$995

per month

2 Bedroom

$1,218

per month

The overall cost of living index in St. John is 89.0, which is 11.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,146 per year to cover basic expenses.