Cost of Living in Amity, MO: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 71, Amity, MO is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 29% cheaper than the national average and 3% below the Missouri state average of 75. Amity is a small community of 71 residents.

The median household income in Amity is $83,000, which is 10% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Amity. The area sees an average annual temperature of 53.7°F, with summers averaging 76°F and winters around 30°F. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches spread over roughly 99 days.

Everyday prices in the St. Joseph, MO-KS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Everyday Prices in Amity

BLS Average Prices for the St. Joseph, MO-KS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

⛽

$2.96

Gasoline (regular)

per gallon

-3% vs US

🥚

$2.42

Eggs (grade A, large)

per dozen

-3% vs US

🥛

$3.89

Milk (whole)

per gallon

-3% vs US

🍞

$1.79

Bread (white)

per lb

-3% vs US

🍗

$4.00

Chicken breast

per lb

-3% vs US

⚡

$0.17

Electricity

per kWh

-9% vs US

Climate in Amity

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

53.7°F

Avg Temperature

34.8"

Rainfall / Year

99d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	37	43	55	66	76	85	88	86	80	68	53	41
Avg °F	27	32	43	54	65	74	78	75	67	55	42	31
Low °F	17	21	32	42	54	64	67	65	54	43	31	21
Rain"	0.7	1.0	2.1	3.7	4.9	4.8	4.7	3.8	3.2	2.8	1.9	1.3

Cost of Living in Amity, MO