Cost of Living in Columbia, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.5
100 = national avg
+8.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,740
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,841
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing124.7
Food99.3
Transportation98.6
Healthcare99.4
Utilities104.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,011
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,160
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbia is 108.5, which is 8.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 124.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,740 per year to cover basic expenses.