Average Rent in Nodaway County, MO↑ Rents rising 0.7% YoY

Nodaway County, MO has rental prices ranging from $634/month to $1,427/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $673/month — 52% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $55,970/year, spending $673/month on a 1-bedroom represents 14% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Nodaway County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $850/month, Nodaway County ranks #23 most expensive of the 94 cities tracked in Missouri — more affordable than 92% of all US cities in our data.

The Nodaway County Rental Market

The Nodaway County, MO area has a population of about 20,959 and 38% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Nodaway County, MO have risen by $6/month (0.7%) over the past year, from $844 to $850. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Nodaway County, MO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $26,920. The local median household income of $55,970 exceeds that threshold by $29,050, making Nodaway County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Nodaway County, MO has an unemployment rate of 3.6%, 0.3 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

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