Cost of Living in Union, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.5
100 = national avg
+2.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,107
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,616
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing95.1
Food104.8
Transportation109.7
Healthcare103.9
Utilities101.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in Union is 102.5, which is 2.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 95.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,107 per year to cover basic expenses.