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Cost of living in Audrain County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,572/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 24,688 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $651 25%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $432 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $132 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Audrain County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$651
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,075
per month
4 bedroom
$1,092
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Audrain County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,232
per year
Individual earnings
$36,465
per year
Per capita
$28,068
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Audrain County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$121,600
Annual property tax
$1,064

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Audrain 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 Audrain County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.5%

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 Audrain 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 Audrain County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.2 min
Drive alone
82.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Audrain County

What it costs to live in Audrain County each month.

Single person
$2,572
per month
  • Rent $651
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $432
  • State tax $132
Couple
$3,721
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $211
Family
$6,094
per month
  • Rent $1,075
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $211

Frequently asked questions about Audrain County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Audrain County?

In Audrain County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $651 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,075 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Audrain County?

In Audrain County, MO, the average household income is $56,232 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,465 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Audrain County?

The estimated cost of living in Audrain County, MO is approximately $2,572 per month for a single person, $3,721 for a couple, $6,094 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Audrain County?

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

Is Audrain County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Audrain County, MO would need approximately $2,572 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,232 per year ($4,686 per month). Audrain County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Audrain County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Audrain County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Audrain County?

The average home value in Audrain County, MO is $121,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,064, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Audrain County compare to other areas?

You can compare Audrain County, MO with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Audrain County is in the Mexico, MO metro area.

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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