Cost of Living in Gladstone, MO
Population: 27,069 • 2026 Data
$72,134
Median Household Income
-7% vs national
$1,095
Median Monthly Rent
-19% vs national
$217,900
Median Home Value
-36% vs national
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Gladstone
The median home value in Gladstone, MO is $217,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,095, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,111.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Gladstone, MO is $72,134. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8%, with a labor force of 14,073 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.