salarySt. Louis is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Louis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,591
$1,297
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,138
$1,264
💵 Families earn per year
$100,540
$60,569
🔑 Buying a house
$503,700
$197,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
95.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,349
$2,033
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$117
👥 People living there
211,666
288,512
Commute to work
35.5 min
22.1 min
College degree
17.8%
41.1%
Own their home
63.3%
45.3%
Below poverty line
11.7%
20.6%
Unemployment
7.1%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick St. Louis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moreno Valley or St. Louis cheaper to live in?
St. Louis is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,297 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in St. Louis to match $60,000 in Moreno Valley?
About $51,529 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Louis.
Where do people earn more, Moreno Valley or St. Louis?
The typical household earns $100,540 in Moreno Valley and $60,569 in St. Louis, 66% more in Moreno Valley.
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