Cost of Living in Forest City, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
73.3
100 = national avg
-26.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,231
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,182
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing40.7
Food85.0
Transportation127.2
Healthcare88.0
Utilities79.1
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 Forest City is 73.3, which is 26.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 40.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,231 per year to cover basic expenses.