Cost of Living in Blue Springs, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
121.8
100 = national avg
+21.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,614
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,723
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.0
Food114.3
Transportation110.6
Healthcare111.4
Utilities115.0
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 Blue Springs is 121.8, which is 21.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,614 per year to cover basic expenses.