West Plains, MO Cost of Living


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West Plains cost of living score
74.1
Less expensive
25.9% lower
than the US average
13.4% lower
than the Missouri average
West Plains, Missouri gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.9% lower than the U.S. average and 13.4% higher than the average for Missouri.

West Plains, MO

Housing costs in West Plains?
A typical home costs $179,100, which is 47.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.6% less expensive than the average Missouri home, at $212,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in West Plains costs $750 per month, which is 47.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 26.7% cheaper than the state average of $950.

Can I afford West Plains?
To live comfortably in West Plains, Missouri, a minimum annual income of $34,200 for a family, and $22,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about West Plains?
West Plains, MO is a great place to live for those who are looking for an affordable lifestyle. The cost of living in West Plains is quite low compared to the national average, with the median home price being about $124,400 and the overall index coming in at 93.9. Renters can expect to pay around $580 per month for a one-bedroom apartment, while utilities will only amount to about $139 per month. Additionally, food costs are much lower than the national average due to the abundance of local groceries and farmers markets. Overall, West Plains is an affordable city which provides its residents with a comfortable lifestyle without breaking their budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWest PlainsMissouriUnited States
  74.185.6100.0
  94.294.9100
  101.4104.3100.0
  46.866.5100.0
  $179,100$212,300$338,100
  94.8%98.5%100.0%
  59.786.2100.0
  72.385.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 11 years ago

Nice place to live, though jobs are hard to come by (have to know someone). Relocated here 2 1/2 years ago, still haven't gotten a good paying job. Cost of living is low  More

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Over 14 years ago

I'm thinking of moving to West Plains Missouri. I currently live in California and have a possible job opportunity teaching at the college in West Plains. I believe I'd  More

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Over 15 years ago

We choose to live in Alton, MO because of the air quality of 75% The reason AQ in West Plains, MO is only 43 % A company there makes charcoal and a very big  More

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