Last updated May 20, 2026
Average Rent in Missouri (2026)
Average rent across Missouri is $1,562/mo as of May 2026, based on 735 units tracked daily across 5 cities and 60 apartment communities. Rents are down $129 (7.7%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $695 to $4,299.
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Missouri Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices come from our proprietary data sourcing, refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Louis | $1,592 | +$626 | 268 | $695 |
| Kansas City | $1,682 | +$86 | 254 | $695 |
| Independence | $1,292 | -$104 | 85 | $699 |
| Springfield | $1,208 | -$306 | 74 | $700 |
| Lee S Summit | $1,779 | -$7 | 53 | $875 |
Which Missouri Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Missouri cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 5 biggest movers.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Missouri broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,251 | $695 | $1,757 | 125 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,471 | $695 | $2,679 | 310 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,742 | $825 | $4,283 | 249 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Missouri Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Missouri apartments.
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What is the average rent in Missouri?
The average rent in Missouri is $1,562 per month as of May 2026, based on 735 units tracked across 5 cities.
Which Missouri city has the cheapest rent?
Lee S Summit has the lowest average rent in Missouri at $1,779 per month, with units starting from $875.
Are rents going up or down in Missouri?
Rents in Missouri have decreased by $129 (7.7%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Missouri?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Missouri is $1,471 per month, with 310 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Missouri?
St Louis is the most expensive city in Missouri with an average rent of $1,592 per month.
How many apartments are available in Missouri?
We track 735 individual units across 60 apartment communities in 5 Missouri cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Missouri?
The average studio apartment rent in Missouri is $1,251 per month.
How often are Missouri rent prices updated?
Our proprietary data sourcing refreshes real asking prices every morning. All Missouri rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.