Cost of Living in Sparta, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.3
100 = national avg
-8.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,184
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,980
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.5
Food97.1
Transportation94.2
Healthcare97.7
Utilities95.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$883
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,095
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sparta is 91.3, which is 8.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,184 per year to cover basic expenses.