Cost of Living in Chesterfield, MO
Population: 49,591 • 2026 Data
$133,380
Median Household Income
+72% vs national
$1,553
Median Monthly Rent
+15% vs national
$458,000
Median Home Value
+35% vs national
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Chesterfield
The median home value in Chesterfield, MO is $458,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,553, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,710.
Rent-to-income ratio: 14.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Chesterfield, MO is $133,380. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3%, with a labor force of 25,513 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.