Chesterfield, MO vs St. Peters, MO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. St. Peters is 26.6% cheaper than Chesterfield. With a cost index of 93 vs 118, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from St. Peters to Chesterfield should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chesterfield is $1,553/month compared to $1,291/month in St. Peters — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Peters is more affordable at $252,800 median vs $458,000.

Median household income in Chesterfield is $133,380 compared to $89,827 in St. Peters (+48.5%). While Chesterfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chesterfield spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 17.2% in St. Peters.