Cost of Living in Mercer County, MO

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

Median Income

$55,592

Median Rent

$496/mo

Median Home

$104,800

Affordability

720

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$530
Property Tax$78
Insurance$35

Total Monthly$643
% of Income13.9%

Renting

Median Rent$496
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$521
% of Income10.7%

Living in Mercer County, Missouri

Mercer County has a median household income of $55,592 with housing costs that represent 13.9% of income for owners and 10.7% 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.