Cost of Living in Taney County, Missouri
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Taney County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Taney County ranks #2,356 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 25%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Taney County, Missouri
Taney County rents stretch local incomes thin
At 19.1%, Taney County's rent-to-income ratio ranks among the most strained in Missouri, well above the national average and indicating serious affordability challenges. The median rent of $925 consumes nearly a fifth of the $58,258 median household income, a burden that exceeds comfortable housing cost guidelines.
Second-least affordable in Missouri
Taney County ranks near the bottom statewide for rental affordability, with a 19.1% rent-to-income ratio that significantly exceeds Missouri's 15.6% average. Only a handful of counties strain renters' budgets more severely than Taney.
Priciest rents alongside Stone County
Taney County's $925 median rent stands among the highest in the region, exceeded only slightly by higher-income Warren County and well above affordable peers like Sullivan County ($692) and Washington County ($680). This premium reflects Taney's appeal as a recreation and tourism destination.
Rent dominates the budget
Renters in Taney County spend $925 monthly—the highest burden here—while homeowners carry more manageable $847 costs. With $58,258 in median household income, renters shoulder a punishing 19.1% of gross income toward rent, while homeowners allocate roughly 17.5%.
Beauty comes with a rental premium
Taney County's Ozark scenery and tourist economy drive rents to the region's highest at $925, making it the least affordable for renters. If relocating here, prioritize homeownership—mortgages at $847 offer relief—or consider more affordable neighbors like Sullivan County just a short drive away.
Cost of Living Advisory: Taney County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Taney County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $925/month in gross rent, with 26.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Taney County is $925/month, while owner costs run $847/month. Owning saves approximately $78/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $37,000/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $36,300/year. With a median household income of $58,258, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 26.0% of renter households in Taney County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Taney County sits 6% more expensive than Franklin County ($874/month) in terms of median gross rent.
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Rent Burden
19.1%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,359
per month
Owner Cost Burden
17.4%
of gross income
The median home in Taney County may be a stretch
Median home value is $203,800. Estimated monthly cost: $1,627 vs. your max of $1,359.
Rent Affordability Guide
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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