Cost of Living in Franklin County, MO

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

Median Income

$70,111

Median Rent

$831/mo

Median Home

$201,700

Affordability

476

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,020
Property Tax$141
Insurance$67

Total Monthly$1,228
% of Income21%

Renting

Median Rent$831
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$856
% of Income14.2%

Living in Franklin County, Missouri

Franklin County has a median household income of $70,111 with housing costs that represent 21% of income for owners and 14.2% 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.