Branson, MO Cost of Living


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Branson cost of living score
80
Less expensive
20.0% lower
than the US average
6.5% lower
than the Missouri average
Branson, Missouri gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.0% lower than the U.S. average and 6.5% higher than the average for Missouri.

Branson, MO

Housing costs in Branson?
A typical home costs $250,900, which is 25.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 18.2% more expensive than the average Missouri home, at $212,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Branson costs $860 per month, which is 39.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 10.5% cheaper than the state average of $950.

Can I afford Branson?
To live comfortably in Branson, Missouri, a minimum annual income of $48,240 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Branson?
The cost of living in Branson, MO is relatively low compared to other cities in the United States. According to BestPlaces, the overall cost of living index in Branson is 77.08, which is 22.92% lower than the U.S. average. Groceries are particularly affordable, with an index score of 66.02 making it 34% lower than the national average. Additionally, housing costs are low with a 68.03 index rating, 43% lower than the US average. Rent for one-bedroom apartments averages around $500 per month and a family of four can expect to pay around $1000 per month for utilities such as electricity, gas and water services combined. With its beautiful surroundings and relatively low cost of living, Branson is an attractive place to live for those looking for a balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBransonMissouriUnited States
  80.085.6100.0
  9694.9100
  102.8104.3100.0
  59.366.5100.0
  $250,900$212,300$338,100
  98.3%98.5%100.0%
  69.886.2100.0
  73.185.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Where do I begin... First and foremost, everything here is expensive. The rent is high! and YOU pay for water and sewer costs, most residents live in old, substandard  More

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Over 3 years ago

It’s expensive living and everything is outdated from condos to apartments, and even housing. Traffic is also during tourist months. I don’t recommend living here.  More

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Branson is in a beautiful part of the extreme northern Ozarks- that's the good. Crime, even tho the local Govt tries to act like it doesn't exist, drugs, & Traffic are  More

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