Rensselaer, New York vs. St. Louis, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Louis, Missouri is 11.7% cheaper than Rensselaer, New York.

You would need a salary of $44,130 in St. Louis, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Rensselaer, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Louis, Missouri is cheaper than Rensselaer, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in St. Louis
than in Rensselaer, New York
Rensselaer, NY vs. St. Louis, MO
Compared to Rensselaer, St. Louis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  6.0% higher
  Health
  20.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower