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Cost of living in Pettis County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,620/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 43,205 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $419 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 7%
State tax $129 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pettis County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$938
per month
3 bedroom
$1,207
per month
4 bedroom
$1,345
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pettis County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,232
per year
Individual earnings
$35,691
per year
Per capita
$30,954
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pettis County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$161,500
Annual property tax
$1,259

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pettis 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 Pettis County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.9%

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 Pettis 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 Pettis County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.4 min
Drive alone
79.4%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
6.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pettis County

What it costs to live in Pettis County each month.

Single person
$2,620
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $419
  • State tax $129
Couple
$3,917
per month
  • Rent $938
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $656
  • State tax $227
Family
$6,308
per month
  • Rent $1,207
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $656
  • State tax $227

Frequently asked questions about Pettis County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pettis County?

In Pettis County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $938 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,207 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pettis County?

In Pettis County, MO, the average household income is $60,232 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,691 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pettis County?

The estimated cost of living in Pettis County, MO is approximately $2,620 per month for a single person, $3,917 for a couple, $6,308 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pettis County?

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

Is Pettis County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pettis County, MO would need approximately $2,620 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,232 per year ($5,019 per month). Pettis County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pettis County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pettis County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pettis County?

The average home value in Pettis County, MO is $161,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,259, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pettis County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pettis County, MO with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pettis County is in the Sedalia, MO metro area.

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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