Cost of Living in Appleton City, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
67.5
100 = national avg
-32.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,683
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$70,159
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing50.3
Food84.1
Transportation68.2
Healthcare87.3
Utilities80.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$677
per month
2 Bedroom
$888
per month
The overall cost of living index in Appleton City is 67.5, which is 32.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 50.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,683 per year to cover basic expenses.