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Cost of living in Gasconade County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,549/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,774 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $628 25%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $432 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $132 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Gasconade County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$565
per month
1 bedroom
$628
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,027
per month
4 bedroom
$1,253
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Gasconade County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,096
per year
Individual earnings
$36,465
per year
Per capita
$35,247
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Gasconade County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$168,900
Annual property tax
$1,238

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Gasconade 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 Gasconade County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.2%

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 Gasconade 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 Gasconade County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.1 min
Drive alone
84.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Gasconade County

What it costs to live in Gasconade County each month.

Single person
$2,549
per month
  • Rent $628
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $432
  • State tax $132
Couple
$3,901
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $735
  • State tax $246
Family
$6,226
per month
  • Rent $1,027
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $735
  • State tax $246

Frequently asked questions about Gasconade County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Gasconade County?

In Gasconade County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $628 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,027 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Gasconade County?

In Gasconade County, MO, the average household income is $65,096 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 Gasconade County?

The estimated cost of living in Gasconade County, MO is approximately $2,549 per month for a single person, $3,901 for a couple, $6,226 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Gasconade County?

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

Is Gasconade County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Gasconade County, MO would need approximately $2,549 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,096 per year ($5,425 per month). Gasconade County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Gasconade County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Gasconade County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Gasconade County?

The average home value in Gasconade County, MO is $168,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,238, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Gasconade 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