Cost of Living in McDonald County, MO

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

Median Income

$46,494

Median Rent

$737/mo

Median Home

$117,200

Affordability

562

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$593
Property Tax$57
Insurance$39

Total Monthly$689
% of Income17.8%

Renting

Median Rent$737
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$762
% of Income19%

Living in McDonald County, Missouri

McDonald County has a median household income of $46,494 with housing costs that represent 17.8% of income for owners and 19% 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.