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Cost of living in Atchison County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,521/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,216 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $628 25%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $410 16%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $126 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Atchison County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$628
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$993
per month
4 bedroom
$1,190
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Atchison County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,260
per year
Individual earnings
$35,128
per year
Per capita
$33,891
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Atchison County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$100,600
Annual property tax
$1,178

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Atchison County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$142
per month · 14.2¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$2,328
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Atchison County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.0%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Atchison County

State and local tax rates for Missouri.

State income tax
4.8%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
4.2%
Combined sales tax
8.3%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Atchison County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.8 min
Drive alone
82.4%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
5.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Atchison County

What it costs to live in Atchison County each month.

Single person
$2,521
per month
  • Rent $628
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $410
  • State tax $126
Couple
$3,783
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $640
  • State tax $223
Family
$6,074
per month
  • Rent $993
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $640
  • State tax $223

Frequently asked questions about Atchison County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Atchison County?

In Atchison County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $628 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $993 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Atchison County?

In Atchison County, MO, the average household income is $59,260 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,128 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Atchison County?

The estimated cost of living in Atchison County, MO is approximately $2,521 per month for a single person, $3,783 for a couple, $6,074 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Atchison County?

The combined sales tax rate in Atchison County, MO is 8.29%, which includes the Missouri state rate of 4.22% plus an average local rate of 4.06%.

Is Atchison County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Atchison County, MO would need approximately $2,521 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,260 per year ($4,938 per month). Atchison County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Atchison County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Atchison County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Atchison County?

The average home value in Atchison County, MO is $100,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,178, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Atchison County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources