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Cost of living in Gentry County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,570/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,224 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $657 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $426 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $130 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Gentry County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$657
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,155
per month
4 bedroom
$1,384
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Gentry County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,458
per year
Individual earnings
$36,091
per year
Per capita
$29,984
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Gentry County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$123,000
Annual property tax
$1,268

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Gentry 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 Gentry County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.2%

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 Gentry 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 Gentry County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.1 min
Drive alone
76.3%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
10.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Gentry County

What it costs to live in Gentry County each month.

Single person
$2,570
per month
  • Rent $657
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $426
  • State tax $130
Couple
$3,746
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $610
  • State tax $216
Family
$6,199
per month
  • Rent $1,155
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $610
  • State tax $216

Frequently asked questions about Gentry County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Gentry County?

In Gentry County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $657 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 Gentry County?

In Gentry County, MO, the average household income is $57,458 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,091 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Gentry County?

The estimated cost of living in Gentry County, MO is approximately $2,570 per month for a single person, $3,746 for a couple, $6,199 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Gentry County?

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

Is Gentry County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Gentry County, MO would need approximately $2,570 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,458 per year ($4,788 per month). Gentry County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Gentry County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Gentry County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Gentry County?

The average home value in Gentry County, MO is $123,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,268, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Gentry 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