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Cost of living in Reynolds County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,475/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,058 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $629 25%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $372 15%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 13%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $117 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Reynolds County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$616
per month
1 bedroom
$629
per month
2 bedroom
$825
per month
3 bedroom
$994
per month
4 bedroom
$1,101
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Reynolds County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,357
per year
Individual earnings
$32,815
per year
Per capita
$26,576
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Reynolds County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$119,900
Annual property tax
$553

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Reynolds 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 Reynolds County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.4%

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 Reynolds 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 Reynolds County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.5 min
Drive alone
75.3%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Reynolds County

What it costs to live in Reynolds County each month.

Single person
$2,475
per month
  • Rent $629
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $372
  • State tax $117
Couple
$3,493
per month
  • Rent $825
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $409
  • State tax $163
Family
$5,784
per month
  • Rent $994
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $409
  • State tax $163

Frequently asked questions about Reynolds County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Reynolds County?

In Reynolds County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $629 per month, a two-bedroom averages $825 per month, a three-bedroom averages $994 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Reynolds County?

In Reynolds County, MO, the average household income is $44,357 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,815 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Reynolds County?

The estimated cost of living in Reynolds County, MO is approximately $2,475 per month for a single person, $3,493 for a couple, $5,784 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Reynolds County?

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

Is Reynolds County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Reynolds County, MO would need approximately $2,475 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,357 per year ($3,696 per month). Reynolds County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Reynolds County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Reynolds County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Reynolds County?

The average home value in Reynolds County, MO is $119,900, with average annual property taxes of $553, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Reynolds 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