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Cost of living in Stoddard County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,543/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 28,547 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $628 25%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $427 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $131 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Stoddard County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$628
per month
2 bedroom
$824
per month
3 bedroom
$1,089
per month
4 bedroom
$1,220
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Stoddard County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,067
per year
Individual earnings
$36,181
per year
Per capita
$27,411
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Stoddard County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$135,400
Annual property tax
$885

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Stoddard 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 Stoddard County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.8%

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 Stoddard 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 Stoddard County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.9 min
Drive alone
87.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
3.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Stoddard County

What it costs to live in Stoddard County each month.

Single person
$2,543
per month
  • Rent $628
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $427
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,677
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $555
  • State tax $202
Family
$6,064
per month
  • Rent $1,089
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $555
  • State tax $202

Frequently asked questions about Stoddard County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Stoddard County?

In Stoddard County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $628 per month, a two-bedroom averages $824 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,089 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Stoddard County?

In Stoddard County, MO, the average household income is $54,067 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,181 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Stoddard County?

The estimated cost of living in Stoddard County, MO is approximately $2,543 per month for a single person, $3,677 for a couple, $6,064 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Stoddard County?

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

Is Stoddard County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Stoddard County, MO would need approximately $2,543 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,067 per year ($4,506 per month). Stoddard County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Stoddard County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Stoddard County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Stoddard County?

The average home value in Stoddard County, MO is $135,400, with average annual property taxes of $885, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Stoddard 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