Cost of Living in Barry County, MO

What does it cost to live in Barry County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$55,592

Median Rent

$710/mo

Median Home

$159,000

Affordability

494

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$804
Property Tax$81
Insurance$53

Total Monthly$938
% of Income20.2%

Renting

Median Rent$710
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$735
% of Income15.3%

Living in Barry County, Missouri

Barry County has a median household income of $55,592 with housing costs that represent 20.2% of income for owners and 15.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.