Cost of Living in Wentzville, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
149.3
100 = national avg
+49.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,695
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$155,278
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.7
Food135.2
Transportation170.3
Healthcare128.1
Utilities130.8
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 Wentzville is 149.3, which is 49.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,695 per year to cover basic expenses.