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Cost of Living in Amsterdam, MO

Population: 127 | Missouri

77
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Amsterdam is 23% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
16
Home Values
93
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 77, Amsterdam, MO is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 23% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Missouri state average. Amsterdam is a small community of 127 residents.

The median household income in Amsterdam is $43,214, which is 42% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Amsterdam. The area sees an average annual temperature of 55.1°F, with summers averaging 76°F and winters around 33°F. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches spread over roughly 101 days.

Everyday prices in the Kansas City, 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$43,214
vs US Median ($75,149)
-42%

Housing

Median Home Value
$47,400
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$683/mo

Everyday Prices in Amsterdam

BLS Average Prices for the Kansas City, MO-KS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.96
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🥚
$2.41
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
-8% vs US

Climate in Amsterdam

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

55.1°F
Avg Temperature
37.7"
Rainfall / Year
101d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 39 44 55 65 74 83 88 87 78 67 53 42
Avg °F 30 35 45 55 65 74 78 77 68 57 44 34
Low °F 21 25 35 45 55 65 69 67 59 47 35 25
Rain" 1.1 1.4 2.3 3.9 5.4 5.2 4.2 4.4 3.5 3.0 2.0 1.4

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