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Cost of living in Pulaski County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,567/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 53,850 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $765 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $393 15%
Groceries $313 12%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $122 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pulaski County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$760
per month
1 bedroom
$765
per month
2 bedroom
$1,004
per month
3 bedroom
$1,407
per month
4 bedroom
$1,660
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pulaski County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,435
per year
Individual earnings
$34,086
per year
Per capita
$29,250
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pulaski County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$189,700
Annual property tax
$1,159

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pulaski 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 Pulaski County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.4%

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 Pulaski 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 Pulaski County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.4 min
Drive alone
65.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pulaski County

What it costs to live in Pulaski County each month.

Single person
$2,567
per month
  • Rent $765
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $393
  • State tax $122
Couple
$4,039
per month
  • Rent $1,004
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $757
  • State tax $252
Family
$6,564
per month
  • Rent $1,407
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $757
  • State tax $252

Frequently asked questions about Pulaski County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pulaski County?

In Pulaski County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $765 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,004 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,407 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pulaski County?

In Pulaski County, MO, the average household income is $66,435 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,086 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pulaski County?

The estimated cost of living in Pulaski County, MO is approximately $2,567 per month for a single person, $4,039 for a couple, $6,564 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pulaski County?

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

Is Pulaski County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pulaski County, MO would need approximately $2,567 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,435 per year ($5,536 per month). Pulaski County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pulaski County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pulaski County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pulaski County?

The average home value in Pulaski County, MO is $189,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,159, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pulaski County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pulaski County, MO with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pulaski County is in the Fort Leonard Wood, 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