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Sappington

Pop. 7,367·46th most expensive in Missouri·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,379/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.3%
Month-over-Month
-3.4%
vs US Median
-$583
Falling (Monthly)
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Sappington · $1,379
More affordable than 83% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
21% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,379/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$55,000/yr
Local median income
$77,650/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Sappington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$850
2 BR
$1,260
3 BR
$2,324
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,260/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,379 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$16,548/yr
At $1,379/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 2.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.3% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Sappington, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 46.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,367
Median income
$77,650
Median age
41.9
Renters
25.5%
Age distribution
22.4%
17.9%
22.8%
12.4%
24.5%
Under 1822.4%
18–3417.9%
35–5422.8%
55–6412.4%
65+24.5%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
92.4%
White92.4%
Black0.5%
Hispanic2.3%
Asian1.9%
Other2.9%
Education (25+)
26.1%
24%
46.4%
No HS diploma3.5%
HS diploma26.1%
Some college24%
Bachelor's+46.4%
Housing tenure
74.5%
25.5%
Owner74.5%
Renter25.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sappington, MO has changed in 5 years

Income
$65,159 → $77,650
up 19.2%
Population
7,119 → 7,367
up 3.5%
Renter share
28.1% → 25.5%
-2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
49.6% → 46.4%
-3.2 pts

Median household income grew from $65,159 to $77,650 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.2% shift. Headcount in the area went from 7,119 to 7,367 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.5% change. About 25.5% of households rent today, against 28.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 49.6% to 46.4%.

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Sappington rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Sappington is $1,379/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,260/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $850/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,324/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($77,650/yr), Sappington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sappington an affordable city for renters?

Sappington is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,379/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($77,650/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sappington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sappington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,379/mo in Sappington. The local median household income is $77,650/yr, meaning the typical Sappington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sappington?

Rent in Sappington has decreased 2.3% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Sappington rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Sappington is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #46 out of 79 tracked cities at $1,379/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sappington?

Mehlville is nearby and more affordable at $1,220/mo, which is $159 less than Sappington.

What percentage of Sappington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.5% of Sappington households are renters, while 74.5% are owner-occupied. Sappington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sappington rent compare to the national average?

Sappington's median rent of $1,379/mo is $583 (30%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #46 out of 79 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,379/mo, rent takes ~21% of Sappington's median household income ($77,650/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sappington 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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