Senior Care Costs in St Louis, MO

It depends on the level of care. In Missouri, typical costs run about $33 / hour for non-medical in-home care, around $5,400 / month for assisted living, and up to $91,248 / year for a private nursing-home room, based on the CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2025). Actual St Louis prices vary by provider — compare the local options on this page for an exact quote.

For people who need only part-time help, non-medical in-home care is usually the lowest-cost option, starting around $33 / hour (Missouri median, CareScout 2025). Round-the-clock options such as assisted living and nursing homes cost more because they bundle housing, meals, and 24/7 staffing.

In St Louis (Missouri), the assisted living median is $5,400 / month, which is $800 lower than the U.S. national median of $6,200 / month. For complete state-by-state comparisons across all 50 states, consult our Senior Care in America 2026 Cost Report.

Medicare does not cover long-term custodial care such as assisted living or ongoing in-home help; it only pays for short-term skilled nursing or rehab after a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid may cover nursing-home care and some home- and community-based services for residents who meet income limits, and veterans may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance.

Base rates usually cover room, meals, and standard personal care. Common extras include higher-acuity or memory care, medication management, two-person transfers, incontinence supplies, and one-time community or move-in fees. Ask each provider for an all-in written quote so you can compare like for like.

Price depends on the level of care, staffing ratios, room type (shared vs. private), local real-estate costs, and amenities. Comparing several St Louis providers for the same level of care is the best way to judge a fair price.

families.care lists 4 senior care providers in St Louis, covering assisted living, in home care, memory care, and nursing home. Compare them on this page for pricing and availability.