St. Ann, MO vs University City, MO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. St. Ann is 24.4% cheaper than University City. With a cost index of 72 vs 95, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from St. Ann to University City should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in St. Ann is $952/month compared to $1,265/month in University City — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Ann is more affordable at $118,600 median vs $285,100.

Median household income in St. Ann is $52,059 compared to $76,466 in University City (-31.9%). While University City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of St. Ann spend roughly 21.9% of their income on rent, more than the 19.9% in University City.