Cost of Living in Buchanan County, MO

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

Median Income

$58,303

Median Rent

$856/mo

Median Home

$149,600

Affordability

536

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$756
Property Tax$101
Insurance$50

Total Monthly$907
% of Income18.7%

Renting

Median Rent$856
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$881
% of Income17.6%

Living in Buchanan County, Missouri

Buchanan County has a median household income of $58,303 with housing costs that represent 18.7% of income for owners and 17.6% 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.