The cheapest cities to live in Missouri ranked by median rent, home values, and more.
| # | City | Median Rent | Median Income | Home Value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson City, MO | $766 | $67,205 | $208,000 | 42,565 |
| 2 | Cape Girardeau, MO | $855 | $54,870 | $186,100 | 40,047 |
| 3 | St. Joseph, MO | $884 | $55,578 | $144,200 | 71,542 |
| 4 | Joplin, MO | $889 | $51,154 | $159,700 | 52,218 |
| 5 | Springfield, MO | $920 | $45,984 | $165,200 | 169,432 |
| 6 | Hazelwood, MO | $956 | $55,930 | $154,900 | 25,214 |
| 7 | St. Louis, MO | $978 | $55,279 | $185,100 | 293,109 |
| 8 | Grandview, MO | $1,007 | $53,431 | $171,200 | 25,821 |
| 9 | Mehlville, MO | $1,029 | $65,395 | $210,200 | 29,089 |
| 10 | Independence, MO | $1,061 | $59,480 | $166,400 | 121,944 |
| 11 | Columbia, MO | $1,067 | $64,488 | $268,300 | 127,200 |
| 12 | Oakville, MO | $1,083 | $103,125 | $292,500 | 35,166 |
| 13 | Gladstone, MO | $1,095 | $72,134 | $217,900 | 27,069 |
| 14 | Liberty, MO | $1,164 | $95,425 | $267,900 | 30,446 |
| 15 | Kansas City, MO | $1,186 | $67,449 | $227,000 | 508,233 |
| 16 | St. Charles, MO | $1,186 | $85,522 | $280,800 | 71,048 |
| 17 | Blue Springs, MO | $1,213 | $84,075 | $241,500 | 59,416 |
| 18 | Raytown, MO | $1,213 | $67,227 | $162,000 | 29,593 |
| 19 | Maryland Heights, MO | $1,217 | $86,485 | $215,300 | 27,981 |
| 20 | Florissant, MO | $1,259 | $66,344 | $136,200 | 51,915 |
| 21 | Wentzville, MO | $1,264 | $111,409 | $302,700 | 45,734 |
| 22 | University City, MO | $1,265 | $76,466 | $285,100 | 34,655 |
| 23 | St. Peters, MO | $1,291 | $89,827 | $252,800 | 58,200 |
| 24 | Kirkwood, MO | $1,293 | $117,439 | $421,500 | 29,302 |
| 25 | Lee's Summit, MO | $1,382 | $104,989 | $313,200 | 102,583 |
| 26 | Ballwin, MO | $1,386 | $121,170 | $353,400 | 30,835 |
| 27 | O'Fallon, MO | $1,400 | $107,203 | $305,100 | 92,697 |
| 28 | Chesterfield, MO | $1,553 | $133,380 | $458,000 | 49,591 |
| 29 | Wildwood, MO | $1,575 | $157,750 | $472,800 | 35,168 |
Key Takeaways
- Jefferson City, MO ranks #1 with a median rent of $766.
- The top 5 cities are: Jefferson City, MO; Cape Girardeau, MO; St. Joseph, MO; Joplin, MO; Springfield, MO.
- Median household income in the #1 city is $67,205, with a population of 42,565.
Methodology
Rankings based on US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Only cities with population over 50,000 are included in national rankings. State rankings include all cities over 25,000. Data reflects the most recent available estimates.