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Cost of Living in Anniston, MO

Population: 262 | Missouri

75
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Anniston is 25% less expensive than the national average.

97
Housing
17
Home Values
91
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 75, Anniston, MO is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 25% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Missouri state average. Anniston is a small community of 262 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Anniston's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,281 (3% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $51,700 (83% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Anniston is $34,615, which is 54% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 44% of household income on rent. This is well above the 30% affordability threshold, indicating a significant housing cost burden for many residents. 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 Anniston. The area sees an average annual temperature of 58.1°F, with summers averaging 78°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 51 inches spread over roughly 0 days.

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
$34,615
vs US Median ($75,149)
-54%

Housing

Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Median Home Value
$51,700
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$406/mo

Climate in Anniston

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

58.1°F
Avg Temperature
51"
Rainfall / Year
0d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 43 48 59 70 78 86 89 88 82 71 58 47
Avg °F 35 39 48 59 68 76 79 78 71 59 48 38
Low °F 26 30 38 48 58 66 70 68 60 48 37 30
Rain" 3.8 3.9 4.9 5.4 5.1 4.4 4.1 3.2 3.5 4.1 4.5 4.3

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