Cost of Living in Defiance, MO

With a cost of living index of 98, Defiance, MO is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 2% cheaper than the national average and 24% above the Missouri state average of 75. Defiance is a small community of 80 residents.

The median household income in Defiance is $199,519, which is 165% higher than the national median of $75,149.

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.