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Last updated on June 19, 2026
Average rent in
Columbia, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on June 19, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Columbia rent stands today
Columbia, MO rent rose 7.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month. Renters today are paying $39 more per month on average than last year, with rent near the peak level reached just last month.
Compared to national trends
Columbia sits 28.2% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters compared to many larger metros.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Columbia run around $775/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,000/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,100/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,575/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $1,625/month. This range covers options for different household sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Meadows rents fell 50.5% year over year to $1,288/month across 20 rentals, contrasting with the citywide rise of 7.7%. The decline is a localized cooldown in Meadows while the broader Columbia market climbs.
Median rent
Median rent in Columbia
$1,400/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Columbia is $1,400 per month as of June 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Columbia
493
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Columbia rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Columbia, MO
Average rent prices in Columbia have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Columbia, MO
Rent prices in Columbia vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Columbia is $1,207, whereas a house costs $1,550. 1-bedroom apartments in Columbia run $1,050 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,130.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $775 |  12% | 10% | |
1 bedroom | $1,000 | 2% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,100 | 1% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,575 | No Change | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $1,625 | 1% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Aubrun Hills | $1,495 | |
Benton Stephens | $1,125 | |
Blueridge | $975 | |
Downtown Columbia | $1,300 | |
East Campus | $1,200 | |
Northland Parker | $1,230 | |
Rockbridge | $1,162 | |
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust | $1,150 | |
University Of Missouri | $1,200 | |
White Gate | $950 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,207 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,225 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,550 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,269 | 14% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$775
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
10%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,575
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,625
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Aubrun Hills
Average rent
$1,495
East Campus
Average rent
$1,200
Benton Stephens
Average rent
$1,125
Rockbridge
Average rent
$1,162
White Gate
Average rent
$950
Northland Parker
Average rent
$1,230
Blueridge
Average rent
$975
Downtown Columbia
Average rent
$1,300
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust
Average rent
$1,150
University Of Missouri
Average rent
$1,200
Apartments
Average rent
$1,207
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,225
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,269
Last 30 days
14%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Columbia, MO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Columbia, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Columbia and Hannibal by all bedroom counts and property types.
Columbia
28%lower than the national median
61%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Columbia, MO is 84% higher than the median rent in Hannibal, MO.
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 1% lower |
| Housing | 20% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Columbia, MO
2d ago
754 Demaret Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Blueridge apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1802 George Ct, Columbia, MO 65202
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
2d ago
213 Waugh St, Columbia, MO 65201
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$1,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Woodrail house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
Benton - Stephens apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Columbia apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$3,140
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4912 Alpine Ridge Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,549–$1,749
Apartment for rent
1h ago
4401 Faurot Dr, Columbia, MO 65203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,900
Apartment for rent
14h ago
1200 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500–$2,650
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2917 2901, 2905, 2911, 2917 Rollins Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300–$1,350
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
136 E Old Plank Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
4 beds
2 baths
$1,749–$1,949
House for rent
3d ago
Verified
4912 Alpine Ridge Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,549–$1,749
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2609 Eastwood Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
2 beds
1 bath
$1,005–$1,578
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 19
1d ago
7 Old 63 S, Columbia, MO 65201
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4912 Alpine Ridge Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
4 beds
2 baths
$1,549
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1000 Cooper Dr N, Columbia, MO 65201
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,045–$1,290
Apartment for rent
3d ago
3101 Jenne Hill Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
4 beds
2 baths
$1,580–$1,625
House for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Columbia
5 beds
4 baths
$3,500
$3,000
Price drop
House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Columbia, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the Columbia rental market.
How much is rent in Columbia?
The average rent in Columbia is $1,400 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Columbia?
Average rent prices in Columbia have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Columbia rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Columbia is 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Columbia?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Columbia are White Gate ($950/mo), Blueridge ($975/mo), and Benton Stephens ($1,125/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Columbia?
To comfortably afford rent in Columbia, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Columbia?
Columbia's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,000 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,100 monthly. These figures represent increases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms up 6.7% and two-bedrooms rising 7.3%.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).