Cost of Living in Jasper County, Missouri
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Jasper County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Jasper County ranks #3,005 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 4%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Jasper County, Missouri
Jasper rents bite harder than average
Jasper County renters spend 18.9% of their income on housing, outpacing the national norm by 3.4 percentage points. Meanwhile, median household income here sits at $57,525, nearly $17,200 below the U.S. average, making every dollar of rent feel heavier.
Above average strain in Missouri
Jasper's rent-to-income ratio of 18.9% ranks it among the more burdened counties in Missouri, where the state average is 15.6%. At $904 monthly rent, Jasper residents pay $136 more than Missouri's median—a gap that compounds quickly on modest incomes.
Pricier than comparable counties
Jasper's $904 median rent compares unfavorably to nearby Lawrence County ($785) and Knox County ($661), both of which have lower rent-to-income ratios despite similar income levels. Renters here face a 37% higher monthly cost than in Knox County.
Housing costs squeeze Jasper incomes
Rent consumes $904 monthly while homeowners pay $924, leaving limited room in a $57,525 median household budget. Combined, housing takes up roughly 19% of pre-tax income for renters and 19% for owners—both above comfortable thresholds.
Shop nearby for better affordability
If Jasper's housing costs feel steep, neighboring Lawrence and Knox counties offer significantly lower rents without sacrificing regional access. A move south or east could cut your monthly housing bill by $140–$240 while keeping you in the same regional job market.
Cost of Living Advisory: Jasper County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Jasper County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $904/month in gross rent, with 30.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Jasper County pay $904/month on average, compared to $924/month for homeowners. This market favors renters by about 2%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $36,160/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $39,600/year. With a median household income of $57,525, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 30.0% of renter households in Jasper County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Missouri, Jasper County is more affordable than Callaway County by roughly 6% ($904/mo vs $850/mo).
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Rent Burden
18.9%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,342
per month
Owner Cost Burden
19.3%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Jasper County
Median home value is $158,500. Estimated monthly cost: $1,265 vs. your max of $1,342.
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