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Cost of living in Pemiscot County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,554/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,232 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $723 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $360 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $114 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pemiscot County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$723
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,088
per month
4 bedroom
$1,092
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pemiscot County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$40,748
per year
Individual earnings
$32,058
per year
Per capita
$26,073
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pemiscot County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$95,900
Annual property tax
$970

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pemiscot 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 Pemiscot County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.0%

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 Pemiscot 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 Pemiscot County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.5 min
Drive alone
78.9%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
4.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pemiscot County

What it costs to live in Pemiscot County each month.

Single person
$2,554
per month
  • Rent $723
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $360
  • State tax $114
Couple
$3,425
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $356
  • State tax $149
Family
$5,811
per month
  • Rent $1,088
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $356
  • State tax $149

Frequently asked questions about Pemiscot County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pemiscot County?

In Pemiscot County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $723 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,088 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pemiscot County?

In Pemiscot County, MO, the average household income is $40,748 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,058 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pemiscot County?

The estimated cost of living in Pemiscot County, MO is approximately $2,554 per month for a single person, $3,425 for a couple, $5,811 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pemiscot County?

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

Is Pemiscot County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pemiscot County, MO would need approximately $2,554 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $40,748 per year ($3,396 per month). Pemiscot County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pemiscot County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pemiscot County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pemiscot County?

The average home value in Pemiscot County, MO is $95,900, with average annual property taxes of $970, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pemiscot 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