Cost of Living in St. Paul, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
174.4
100 = national avg
+74.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,719
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$181,336
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing138.1
Food167.7
Transportation235.4
Healthcare154.2
Utilities148.2
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 St. Paul is 174.4, which is 74.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,719 per year to cover basic expenses.