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Cost of living in Clark County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,458/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,680 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $628 26%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $359 15%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 13%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $114 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Clark County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$628
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,078
per month
4 bedroom
$1,242
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Clark County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$51,458
per year
Individual earnings
$32,049
per year
Per capita
$26,904
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Clark County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$117,600
Annual property tax
$1,139

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Clark 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 Clark County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.0%

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 Clark 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 Clark County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.0 min
Drive alone
82.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Clark County

What it costs to live in Clark County each month.

Single person
$2,458
per month
  • Rent $628
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $359
  • State tax $114
Couple
$3,626
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $514
  • State tax $192
Family
$6,002
per month
  • Rent $1,078
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $514
  • State tax $192

Frequently asked questions about Clark County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Clark County?

In Clark County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $628 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,078 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Clark County?

In Clark County, MO, the average household income is $51,458 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,049 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Clark County?

The estimated cost of living in Clark County, MO is approximately $2,458 per month for a single person, $3,626 for a couple, $6,002 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Clark County?

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

Is Clark County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Clark County, MO would need approximately $2,458 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $51,458 per year ($4,288 per month). Clark County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Clark County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Clark County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Clark County?

The average home value in Clark County, MO is $117,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,139, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Clark 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