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Cost of living in Taney County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,538/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 56,382 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $750 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $325 13%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $106 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Taney County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$745
per month
1 bedroom
$750
per month
2 bedroom
$984
per month
3 bedroom
$1,269
per month
4 bedroom
$1,591
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Taney County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,258
per year
Individual earnings
$29,925
per year
Per capita
$31,125
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Taney County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$203,800
Annual property tax
$1,178

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Taney 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 Taney County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.8%

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 Taney 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 Taney County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.5 min
Drive alone
74.7%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
9.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Taney County

What it costs to live in Taney County each month.

Single person
$2,538
per month
  • Rent $750
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $325
  • State tax $106
Couple
$3,922
per month
  • Rent $984
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $623
  • State tax $219
Family
$6,329
per month
  • Rent $1,269
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $623
  • State tax $219

Frequently asked questions about Taney County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Taney County?

In Taney County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $750 per month, a two-bedroom averages $984 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,269 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Taney County?

In Taney County, MO, the average household income is $58,258 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,925 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Taney County?

The estimated cost of living in Taney County, MO is approximately $2,538 per month for a single person, $3,922 for a couple, $6,329 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Taney County?

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

Is Taney County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Taney County, MO would need approximately $2,538 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,258 per year ($4,855 per month). Taney County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Taney County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Taney County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Taney County?

The average home value in Taney County, MO is $203,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,178, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Taney County compare to other areas?

You can compare Taney County, MO with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Taney County is in the Branson, 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