Cost of Living in Gower, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.8
100 = national avg
+6.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,995
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,079
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.5
Food111.2
Transportation122.4
Healthcare109.0
Utilities105.0
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 Gower is 106.8, which is 6.8% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,995 per year to cover basic expenses.