Cost of Living in Berkeley, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.6
100 = national avg
-21.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,596
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,772
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.8
Food81.1
Transportation62.1
Healthcare84.9
Utilities86.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in Berkeley is 78.6, which is 21.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,596 per year to cover basic expenses.