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Cost of living in Ste. Genevieve County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,635/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,551 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $453 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 7%
State tax $137 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Ste. Genevieve County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$673
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$902
per month
3 bedroom
$1,087
per month
4 bedroom
$1,474
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ste. Genevieve County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,310
per year
Individual earnings
$37,734
per year
Per capita
$34,056
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ste. Genevieve County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$215,600
Annual property tax
$1,376

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ste. Genevieve 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 Ste. Genevieve County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.7%

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 Ste. Genevieve 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 Ste. Genevieve County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.9 min
Drive alone
85.0%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ste. Genevieve County

What it costs to live in Ste. Genevieve County each month.

Single person
$2,635
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $137
Couple
$3,902
per month
  • Rent $902
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $673
  • State tax $231
Family
$6,209
per month
  • Rent $1,087
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $673
  • State tax $231

Frequently asked questions about Ste. Genevieve County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ste. Genevieve County?

In Ste. Genevieve County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $902 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,087 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Ste. Genevieve County?

In Ste. Genevieve County, MO, the average household income is $61,310 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,734 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ste. Genevieve County?

The estimated cost of living in Ste. Genevieve County, MO is approximately $2,635 per month for a single person, $3,902 for a couple, $6,209 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ste. Genevieve County?

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

Is Ste. Genevieve County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ste. Genevieve County, MO would need approximately $2,635 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,310 per year ($5,109 per month). Ste. Genevieve County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Ste. Genevieve County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ste. Genevieve County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ste. Genevieve County?

The average home value in Ste. Genevieve County, MO is $215,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,376, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ste. Genevieve 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
Methodology All data sources