Moving from Broken Arrow, OK to St. Louis, MO
It is a 388 mi drive, roughly 7h 2m, between Broken Arrow, OK and St. Louis, MO. At mid-range distance you typically see real gaps open up on cost of living, home values, and climate β not just scenery. This page assembles the comparison from federal data sources and Zillow Research for a single-page view of the move.
388 mi Β· 7h 2m by car Β· MO β OK
Distance & route
| Route through | MO β OK |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 44, US 50, OK 364 |
| Major cities en route | Springfield, Tulsa |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Broken Arrow | St. Louis | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 89.214 | 95.088 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 73.856 | 69.921 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 93.778 | 99.996 | 100.0 |
| Services | 68.235 | 79.024 | 100.0 |
St. Louis runs about 6.6% more expensive overall than Broken Arrow β RPP 89.214 β 95.088.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
YoY change: Broken Arrow +2.1%, St. Louis β. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Broken Arrow | St. Louis |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 60Β°F | 58Β°F |
| January avg low | 26Β°F | 25Β°F |
| July avg high | 94Β°F | 90Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | β |
| Annual precipitation | β | 43.9" |
Climate is roughly comparable on the annual mean β 60.0Β°F vs 58.0Β°F per NOAA 1991β2020 normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: BIXBY, OK US, ST LOUIS SCI CTR, MO US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Broken Arrow | St. Louis |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 115,919 | 293,109 |
| Median household income | $85,220 | $55,279 |
| Median age | 37 | 36.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 24.5% | 22% |
| Avg household size | 2.66 | 2.03 |
St. Louis households earn about 6.6% less than Broken Arrow at the median β $85,220 β $55,279 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in St. Louis MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 162,150 | $43,310 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 119,600 | $29,980 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 115,380 | $39,330 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 108,510 | $35,500 |
| Management Occupations | 94,750 | $100,940 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Oklahoma and Missouri
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Missouri's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation β state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Tornadoes are common April through June β identify a safe room or interior space on day one.
- Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
- Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
- Register to vote in Missouri after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How far is St. Louis, MO from Broken Arrow, OK?
The driving distance is 388 mi and the route typically takes 7h 2m via I 44 and US 50. The trip crosses 2 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Broken Arrow to St. Louis?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 388 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is St. Louis more expensive than Broken Arrow?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in St. Louis is 6.6% higher than Broken Arrow (95.088 vs 89.214, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does the job market in St. Louis compare to Broken Arrow?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $47,490 in the St. Louis MSA vs $43,140 in the Broken Arrow MSA, on total employment of 1,325,480 and 443,020 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Broken Arrow vs St. Louis?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $55,279 in St. Louis vs $85,220 in Broken Arrow β a 35.1% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Broken Arrow, OK Β· St. Louis, MO.