Cost of Living in Rockaway Beach, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.6
100 = national avg
-15.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,242
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,027
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing74.8
Food93.2
Transportation86.5
Healthcare94.6
Utilities90.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$784
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,029
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rockaway Beach is 84.6, which is 15.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,242 per year to cover basic expenses.