Cost of Living in Belton, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.3
100 = national avg
+10.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,531
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,710
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing118.4
Food103.9
Transportation107.8
Healthcare103.1
Utilities106.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,197
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,358
per month
The overall cost of living index in Belton is 110.3, which is 10.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,531 per year to cover basic expenses.