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What Is the Average Rent in St. Louis city, Missouri?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in St. Louis city, Missouri is $997/month (±$15), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $197,500 (±$6,302), and the median household income is $56,160/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for St. Louis city, Missouri
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $997 |
| Median Home Value | $197,500 |
| Median Household Income | $56,160 |
| Total Housing Units | 144,891 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 79,279 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 55% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 18,680 households |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $894 | +0.0% |
| 1 BR | $880 | +0.0% |
| 2 BR | $1,143 | +0.0% |
| 3 BR | $1,218 | +0.0% |
| 4 BR | $1,255 | +0.0% |
| 5+ BR | $1,143 | +0.0% |
How does St. Louis city, Missouri compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Missouri.
Higher rent than 73% of cities in Missouri · 202nd of 752
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crystal Lake Park city | $3,111 |
| 2 | Weldon Spring city | $2,800 |
| 3 | Oakland city | $2,781 |
| … 198 more … | ||
| 202 | St. Louis city(you are here) | $997 |
| … 547 more … | ||
| 750 | Sheridan town | $298 |
| 751 | Brashear city | $290 |
| 752 | Purdin city | $281 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in St. Louis city, Missouri?
The median gross rent in St. Louis city, Missouri is $997/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in St. Louis city, Missouri?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in St. Louis city, Missouri is $1,143/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$25. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in St. Louis city, Missouri?
The median home value in St. Louis city, Missouri is $197,500 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in St. Louis city are rent-burdened?
In St. Louis city, Missouri, 18,680 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in St. Louis city, Missouri?
The median household income in St. Louis city, Missouri is $56,160/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $997 has a margin of error of ±$15. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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