Cost of Living in Richmond Heights, MO

With a cost of living index of 105, Richmond Heights, MO is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 5% more expensive than the national average and 31% above the Missouri state average of 75. Richmond Heights is a smaller community of 9,179 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Richmond Heights's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,447 (10% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $345,400 (13% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.8x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Richmond Heights is $90,670, which is 21% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

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.