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Cost of living in Barry County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,548/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 34,831 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $630 25%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $430 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $131 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Barry County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$626
per month
1 bedroom
$630
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,155
per month
4 bedroom
$1,233
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Barry County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,611
per year
Individual earnings
$36,386
per year
Per capita
$31,473
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Barry County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$172,900
Annual property tax
$988

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Barry 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 Barry County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.9%

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 Barry 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 Barry County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.4 min
Drive alone
74.7%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Barry County

What it costs to live in Barry County each month.

Single person
$2,548
per month
  • Rent $630
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $430
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,728
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $596
  • State tax $212
Family
$6,181
per month
  • Rent $1,155
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $596
  • State tax $212

Frequently asked questions about Barry County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Barry County?

In Barry County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $630 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,155 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Barry County?

In Barry County, MO, the average household income is $56,611 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,386 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Barry County?

The estimated cost of living in Barry County, MO is approximately $2,548 per month for a single person, $3,728 for a couple, $6,181 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Barry County?

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

Is Barry County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Barry County, MO would need approximately $2,548 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,611 per year ($4,718 per month). Barry County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Barry County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Barry County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Barry County?

The average home value in Barry County, MO is $172,900, with average annual property taxes of $988, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Barry 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