Average Rent in St. Louis, IL🔺 6th priciest in IL

St. Louis, IL has rental prices ranging from $951/month to $1,806/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $984/month — 30% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $78,225/year, spending $984/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How St. Louis Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,215/month, St. Louis ranks #6 most expensive of the 87 cities tracked in Illinois — pricier than 82% of all US cities in our data.

The St. Louis Rental Market

The St. Louis, IL area has a population of about 2,809,414 and 30% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in St. Louis, IL have risen by $6/month (0.5%) over the past year, from $1,209 to $1,215. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in St. Louis, IL without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $39,360. The local median household income of $78,225 exceeds that threshold by $38,865, making St. Louis relatively accessible compared to local wages.

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