Cost of Living in Ripley County, MO

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

Median Income

$42,541

Median Rent

$699/mo

Median Home

$103,700

Affordability

587

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$524
Property Tax$45
Insurance$35

Total Monthly$604
% of Income17%

Renting

Median Rent$699
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$724
% of Income19.7%

Living in Ripley County, Missouri

Ripley County has a median household income of $42,541 with housing costs that represent 17% of income for owners and 19.7% 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.