Cost of Living in Pocahontas, MO

With a cost of living index of 81, Pocahontas, MO is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 19% cheaper than the national average and 6% above the Missouri state average of 75. Pocahontas is a small community of 47 residents.

The median household income in Pocahontas is $66,875, which is 11% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the Cape Girardeau, MO-IL (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.