Cost of Living in Pleasant Hill, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.8
100 = national avg
+28.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,669
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,944
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing124.4
Food122.5
Transportation143.4
Healthcare118.0
Utilities118.4
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 Pleasant Hill is 128.8, which is 28.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 124.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,669 per year to cover basic expenses.