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Cost of Living in Clarkson Valley, MO

Population: 2,592 | Missouri

141
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Clarkson Valley is 41% more expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
269
Home Values
95
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Clarkson Valley, MO: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 141, Clarkson Valley, MO is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 41% more expensive than the national average and 66% above the Missouri state average of 75. Clarkson Valley is a small community of 2,592 residents.

The median household income in Clarkson Valley is $238,333, which is 217% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the St. Louis, MO-IL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$238,333
vs US Median ($75,149)
+217%

Housing

Median Home Value
$821,100
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$3,236/mo

Everyday Prices in Clarkson Valley

BLS Average Prices for the St. Louis, MO-IL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.03
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-1% vs US
🥚
$2.47
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-1% vs US
🥛
$3.97
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-1% vs US
🍞
$1.83
Bread (white)
per lb
-1% vs US
🍗
$4.09
Chicken breast
per lb
-1% vs US
$0.15
Electricity
per kWh
-19% vs US

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