Cost of living in Linn County, MO
Population 11,850 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Linn County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Linn County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Linn County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Linn County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Linn 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 Linn 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 Linn County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Linn County
What it costs to live in Linn County each month.
- Rent $628
- Energy $194
- Water $50
- Groceries $313
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $484
- State tax $144
- Rent $824
- Energy $233
- Water $60
- Groceries $519
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $684
- State tax $234
- Rent $993
- Energy $291
- Water $70
- Groceries $787
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $684
- State tax $234
Frequently asked questions about Linn County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Linn County?
In Linn County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $628 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $993 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Linn County?
In Linn County, MO, the average household income is $61,975 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,635 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Linn County?
The estimated cost of living in Linn County, MO is approximately $2,613 per month for a single person, $3,838 for a couple, $6,129 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Linn County?
The combined sales tax rate in Linn County, MO is 8.29%, which includes the Missouri state rate of 4.22% plus an average local rate of 4.06%.
Is Linn County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Linn County, MO would need approximately $2,613 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,975 per year ($5,165 per month). Linn County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Linn County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Linn County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Linn County?
The average home value in Linn County, MO is $117,300, with average annual property taxes of $899, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Linn 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