Cost of living in Iron County, MO
Population 9,482 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Iron County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Iron County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Iron County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Iron County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Iron County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Iron County
State and local tax rates for Missouri.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Iron County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Iron County
What it costs to live in Iron County each month.
- Rent $744
- Energy $194
- Water $50
- Groceries $313
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $371
- State tax $117
- Rent $824
- Energy $233
- Water $60
- Groceries $519
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $509
- State tax $190
- Rent $1,037
- Energy $291
- Water $70
- Groceries $787
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $509
- State tax $190
Frequently asked questions about Iron County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Iron County?
In Iron County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $744 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,037 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Iron County?
In Iron County, MO, the average household income is $51,161 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,745 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Iron County?
The estimated cost of living in Iron County, MO is approximately $2,589 per month for a single person, $3,619 for a couple, $5,954 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Iron County?
The combined sales tax rate in Iron County, MO is 8.29%, which includes the Missouri state rate of 4.22% plus an average local rate of 4.06%.
Is Iron County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Iron County, MO would need approximately $2,589 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $51,161 per year ($4,263 per month). Iron County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Iron County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Iron 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 Iron County?
The average home value in Iron County, MO is $113,000, with average annual property taxes of $736, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Iron 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