Cost of Living in Crystal Lake Park, MO

With a cost of living index of 176, Crystal Lake Park, MO is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 76% more expensive than the national average and 101% above the Missouri state average of 75. Crystal Lake Park is a small community of 472 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Crystal Lake Park's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $3,100 (135% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $588,400 (93% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Crystal Lake Park is $142,292, which is 89% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 26% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. 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.