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Cost of living in Daviess County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,544/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,449 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $628 25%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $428 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $131 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Daviess County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$628
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,076
per month
4 bedroom
$1,264
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Daviess County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,665
per year
Individual earnings
$36,262
per year
Per capita
$30,925
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Daviess County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$149,200
Annual property tax
$1,057

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Daviess 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 Daviess County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.3%

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 Daviess 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 Daviess County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
34.0 min
Drive alone
71.1%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
13.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Daviess County

What it costs to live in Daviess County each month.

Single person
$2,544
per month
  • Rent $628
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $428
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,811
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $663
  • State tax $228
Family
$6,185
per month
  • Rent $1,076
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $663
  • State tax $228

Frequently asked questions about Daviess County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Daviess County?

In Daviess County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $628 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,076 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Daviess County?

In Daviess County, MO, the average household income is $60,665 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,262 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Daviess County?

The estimated cost of living in Daviess County, MO is approximately $2,544 per month for a single person, $3,811 for a couple, $6,185 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Daviess County?

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

Is Daviess County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Daviess County, MO would need approximately $2,544 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,665 per year ($5,055 per month). Daviess County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Daviess County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Daviess County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Daviess County?

The average home value in Daviess County, MO is $149,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,057, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Daviess 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