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Fenton

Pop. 4,088·25th most expensive in Missouri·Fenton rents are up 15.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,565/mo
Year-over-Year
+15.2%
Month-over-Month
-2.9%
vs US Median
-$400
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Fenton · $1,565
More affordable than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
19% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,565/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$63,000/yr
Local median income
$101,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Fenton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$950
1 BR
$980
2 BR
$1,210
3 BR
$1,560
4 BR+
$1,800
Research median
$1,210/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$18,780/yr
At $1,565/mo median
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Rents are up 15.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+15.2% YoY, -2.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Fenton, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 49.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,088
Median income
$101,000
Median age
48
Renters
17.4%
Age distribution
18.8%
20%
22.8%
15.2%
23.2%
Under 1818.8%
18–3420%
35–5422.8%
55–6415.2%
65+23.2%
Gender
49.7%
50.3%
Male49.7%
Female50.3%
Race & ethnicity
87.4%
White87.4%
Hispanic2.4%
Asian2%
Other8%
Education (25+)
20.7%
26.7%
49.3%
No HS diploma3.3%
HS diploma20.7%
Some college26.7%
Bachelor's+49.3%
Housing tenure
82.6%
17.4%
Owner82.6%
Renter17.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fenton, MO has changed in 5 years

Income
$97,356 → $101,000
up 3.7%
Population
4,000 → 4,088
up 2.2%
Renter share
9.5% → 17.4%
+7.9 pts
Bachelor's+
43% → 49.3%
+6.3 pts
Median age
49.6 → 48
-1.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Fenton, MO now reports about $101,000, up from $97,356 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 4,000 to 4,088 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.2% change. About 17.4% of households rent today, against 9.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 43% to 49.3%.

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About renting in Fenton, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fenton is $1,565/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $950/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,560/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($101,000/yr), Fenton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 15.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fenton an affordable city for renters?

Fenton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,565/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($101,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fenton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fenton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,565/mo in Fenton. The local median household income is $101,000/yr, meaning the typical Fenton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fenton?

Rent in Fenton has increased 15.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Fenton rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Fenton is one of the pricier cities in Missouri for rent, ranking #25 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,565/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fenton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fenton ($1,565/mo): Sappington ($1,428/mo), Valley Park ($1,468/mo), Concord ($1,510/mo).

What percentage of Fenton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.4% of Fenton households are renters, while 82.6% are owner-occupied. Fenton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fenton rent compare to the national average?

Fenton's median rent of $1,565/mo is $400 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #25 out of 74 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,565/mo, rent takes ~19% of Fenton's median household income ($101,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fenton 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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