Average Rent in Ralls County, MO

Ralls County, MO has rental prices ranging from $630/month to $1,419/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $644/month — 54% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $62,054/year, spending $644/month on a 1-bedroom represents 12% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Ralls County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $845/month, Ralls County ranks #26 most expensive of the 94 cities tracked in Missouri — more affordable than 94% of all US cities in our data.

The Ralls County Rental Market

The Ralls County, MO area has a population of about 10,394 and 14% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Ralls County, MO have fallen by $4/month (0.5%) over the past year, from $849 to $845. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Ralls County, MO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $25,760. The local median household income of $62,054 exceeds that threshold by $36,294, making Ralls County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Ralls County, MO has an unemployment rate of 3.4%, 0.5 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.

Neighborhoods

Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Ralls County's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Rensselaer ($276,504 median home value). Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.

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Living in Ralls County

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