How much does it cost to rent in Ballwin, MO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ballwin, MO is $1,722. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ballwin cheaper than other Missouri cities?

Ballwin is one of the pricier cities in Missouri, ranking #14 out of 74 cities tracked at $1,722/mo.

When was Ballwin rent data last updated?

Ballwin rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Ballwin

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Pop. 31,279·14th most expensive in Missouri·Ballwin rents have dropped 6.0%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,722/mo

Year-over-Year

-6.0%

Month-over-Month

-8.3%

vs US Median

-$243

Falling (Monthly)

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Ballwin · $1,722

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

81/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 16% below what Ballwin's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,722/mo

Expected by trend

$2,038/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Ballwin's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,275

1 BR

$1,320

2 BR

$1,635

3 BR

$2,110

4 BR+

$2,430

Research median

$1,635/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,664/yr

At $1,722/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 6.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-6.0% YoY, -8.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ballwin, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 65.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

31,279

Median income

$124,626

Median age

42.6

Renters

15.8%

Age distribution

22.3%

18.6%

25.5%

14.6%

19.1%

Under 1822.3%

18–3418.6%

35–5425.5%

55–6414.6%

65+19.1%

Gender

50.2%

49.8%

Male50.2%

Female49.8%

Race & ethnicity

75.9%

White75.9%

Black2.9%

Hispanic4.1%

Asian8.9%

Other8.2%

Education (25+)

21.6%

65.2%

No HS diploma2.2%

HS diploma11%

Some college21.6%

Bachelor's+65.2%

Housing tenure

84.2%

15.8%

Owner84.2%

Renter15.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Ballwin, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,433 → $1,722

up 20.2%

Income

$107,806 → $124,626

up 15.6%

Population

30,998 → 31,279

up 0.9%

Renter share

15.3% → 15.8%

+0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

62.6% → 65.2%

+2.6 pts

Rent in Ballwin, MO has increased 20.2% since 2021, going from about $1,433 per month to roughly $1,722 today. Household income in the area moved from $107,806 to $124,626 across the same window, up 15.6% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 4.6 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 62.6% to 65.2%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Ballwin, MO look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ballwin on your salary?

At $1,722/mo, how Ballwin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Ballwin rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Ballwin. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Ballwin, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ballwin is $1,722/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,275/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,635/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,320/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,110/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($124,626/yr), Ballwin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ballwin an affordable city for renters?

Ballwin is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,722/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($124,626/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ballwin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Ballwin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,722/mo in Ballwin. The local median household income is $124,626/yr, meaning the typical Ballwin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ballwin?

Rent in Ballwin has decreased 6.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Ballwin neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Ballwin are 63021 ($1,671/mo), and 63011 ($1,875/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Ballwin is $1,722/mo.

How does Ballwin rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Ballwin is one of the pricier cities in Missouri for rent, ranking #14 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,722/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ballwin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ballwin ($1,722/mo): Valley Park ($1,468/mo), Creve Coeur ($1,478/mo), Fenton ($1,565/mo).

What percentage of Ballwin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 15.8% of Ballwin households are renters, while 84.2% are owner-occupied. Ballwin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ballwin rent compare to the national average?

Ballwin's median rent of $1,722/mo is $243 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #14 out of 74 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

17%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,722/mo, rent takes ~17% of Ballwin's median household income ($124,626/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ballwin 17%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–4.7%

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