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Cost of living in Worth County, MO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,399/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,956 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $639 27%
Healthcare $480 20%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $313 13%
Federal tax $303 13%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $100 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Worth County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$639
per month
2 bedroom
$838
per month
3 bedroom
$1,105
per month
4 bedroom
$1,263
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Worth County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$46,167
per year
Individual earnings
$28,583
per year
Per capita
$32,793
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Worth County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$94,600
Annual property tax
$758

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Worth 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 Worth County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

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 Worth 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 Worth County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.4 min
Drive alone
78.5%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
13.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Worth County

What it costs to live in Worth County each month.

Single person
$2,399
per month
  • Rent $639
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $313
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $303
  • State tax $100
Couple
$3,540
per month
  • Rent $838
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $519
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $436
  • State tax $170
Family
$5,929
per month
  • Rent $1,105
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $787
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $436
  • State tax $170

Frequently asked questions about Worth County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Worth County?

In Worth County, MO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $639 per month, a two-bedroom averages $838 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,105 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Worth County?

In Worth County, MO, the average household income is $46,167 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,583 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Worth County?

The estimated cost of living in Worth County, MO is approximately $2,399 per month for a single person, $3,540 for a couple, $5,929 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Worth County?

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

Is Worth County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Worth County, MO would need approximately $2,399 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $46,167 per year ($3,847 per month). Worth County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Worth County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Worth County, MO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Worth County?

The average home value in Worth County, MO is $94,600, with average annual property taxes of $758, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Worth 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