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ZIP 63122

Part of Kirkwood, MO
Pop. 41,634·Saint Louis County·28th most expensive ZIP in Missouri
Median rent (all units)
$1,700/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.6%
Month-over-Month
-4.5%
vs US Median
-$265
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ZIP 63122 · $1,700
More affordable than 59% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,110
1 BR
$1,160
2 BR
$1,420
3 BR
$1,830
4 BR+
$2,110
Research median
$1,420/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
$20,400/yr
At $1,700/mo median
Location
StateMO
CountySaint Louis County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 3.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.6% YoY, -4.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 63122 (Kirkwood, MO) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 71.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
41,634
Median income
$136,385
Median age
42.3
Renters
18.1%
Age distribution
26.7%
13.2%
27.2%
21.4%
Under 1826.7%
18–3413.2%
35–5427.2%
55–6411.5%
65+21.4%
Gender
47.3%
52.7%
Male47.3%
Female52.7%
Race & ethnicity
84%
White84%
Black3.3%
Hispanic2.5%
Asian2.5%
Other7.8%
Education (25+)
17.4%
71.9%
No HS diploma1.7%
HS diploma9%
Some college17.4%
Bachelor's+71.9%
Housing tenure
81.9%
18.1%
Owner81.9%
Renter18.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 63122 in Kirkwood, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,337 → $1,700
up 27.2%
Income
$114,470 → $136,385
up 19.1%
Population
41,336 → 41,634
up 0.7%
Renter share
19.4% → 18.1%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
67.9% → 71.9%
+4.0 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 63122 in Kirkwood, MO has increased from $1,337 to $1,700, a 27.2% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 63122 in Kirkwood, MO now reports about $136,385, up from $114,470 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 71.9% of adults here, versus 67.9% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 63122 in Kirkwood, MO reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 63122 covers Kirkwood, MO. The median rent here is $1,700/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,160/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,420/mo.

At 15% of local median household income ($136,385/yr), ZIP 63122 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.6% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 63122?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 63122 (Kirkwood, MO) is $1,700. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 63122 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 63122's median rent of $1,700/mo is $265 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 63122 compare to other ZIPs in Missouri?

ZIP 63122 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Missouri, ranking #28 out of 136 ZIPs tracked at $1,700/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 63122?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,700/mo in ZIP 63122. The local median household income is $136,385/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 63122?

Rent in ZIP 63122 has decreased 3.6% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 63122 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 63122 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,700/mo, rent takes approximately 15% of the local median household income ($136,385/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 63122 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 63122 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.1% of ZIP 63122 households are renters, while 81.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 63122 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 63122 compare to the rest of Kirkwood?

ZIP 63122 is more affordable than Kirkwood overall. At $1,700/mo, it's $5 below the Kirkwood citywide median of $1,705/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 63122 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 63122 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
15%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,700/mo, rent takes ~15% of ZIP 63122's median household income ($136,385/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 63122 15%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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