Jefferson City, MO Cost of Living


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Jefferson City cost of living score
84.3
Less expensive
15.7% lower
than the US average
1.5% lower
than the Missouri average
Jefferson City, Missouri gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.7% lower than the U.S. average and 1.5% higher than the average for Missouri.

Jefferson City, MO

Housing costs in Jefferson City?
A typical home costs $213,700, which is 36.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 0.7% more expensive than the average Missouri home, at $212,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Jefferson City costs $730 per month, which is 49.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 30.1% cheaper than the state average of $950.

Can I afford Jefferson City?
To live comfortably in Jefferson City, Missouri, a minimum annual income of $41,040 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Jefferson City?
Living in Jefferson City, MO is known for being quite affordable, with an overall cost of living that is 13% lower than the national average. Housing costs are especially low, as the median home value is around $135,000 which is significantly lower than the national average. Grocery prices are slightly above the national average but other categories such as transportation and health care are both below the national average. Overall, given its many amenities and affordability, Jefferson City remains a popular place to call home in Missouri.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesJefferson CityMissouriUnited States
  84.385.6100.0
  96.794.9100
  125.6104.3100.0
  62.966.5100.0
  $213,700$212,300$338,100
  97.5%98.5%100.0%
  67.986.2100.0
  83.485.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 8 years ago

Oh Jeff City is nice to look at, but absolutely nothing to do unless you're a drunk. Nightlife consists of a few dive bars and Walmart. If you want culture, see a real  More

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Over 10 years ago

I have lived here for 28 years and its the dullest place to live. Nothing exciting happens and there is nothing to do.. The only activities are Go to a movie, a bar, or  More

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Jefferson City is a nice community. Although crime is everywhere, it has picked up bc of some drugs that have moved in the area. Our police have been working diligently  More

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