Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 20, 2026
Average rent in
Jefferson City, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on August 20, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Median rent
Median rent in Jefferson City
$967/mo
19%vs previous year
The average rent in Jefferson City is $967 per month as of August 2026. This is 50% below the national average rent, or $957 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Jefferson City
41
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Jefferson City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Jefferson City, MO
Average rent prices in Jefferson City have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 19% 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
Jefferson City, MO
Rent prices in Jefferson City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Jefferson City is $850, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Jefferson City run $720 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $910.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $750 | 11% |  25% | |
1 bedroom | $720 | 2% | 10% | |
2 bedroom | $950 | 5% | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $1,400 | 5% | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $1,450 | 6% | 27% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Diamonds | $995 | |
Downtown Jefferson City | $895 | |
Landwehr Hills | $1,050 | |
Rail Haven Estates | $1,195 | |
Redfield | $995 | |
Southwood Acres | $1,100 | |
Sunset Place | $1,100 | |
Wakoda Woods | $1,525 | |
Westview Heights | $1,050 | |
Westwoodridge | $1,050 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $850 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,600 | 9% | - | |
Houses | $1,600 | 5% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
25%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$720
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
10%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
27%
Downtown Jefferson City
Average rent
$895
Westview Heights
Average rent
$1,050
Westwoodridge
Average rent
$1,050
Rail Haven Estates
Average rent
$1,195
Southwood Acres
Average rent
$1,100
Redfield
Average rent
$995
Wakoda Woods
Average rent
$1,525
Sunset Place
Average rent
$1,100
Landwehr Hills
Average rent
$1,050
Diamonds
Average rent
$995
Apartments
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
9%
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
5%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Jefferson City, 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 Jefferson City, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Jefferson City and Camdenton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Jefferson City
50%lower than the national median
39%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Jefferson City, MO is 18% lower than the median rent in Camdenton, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,175
7%$1,395
5%$1,050
$1,400
17%$762
1%$695
35%$1,162
12%$850
47%$800
$1,650
$950
$1,150
15%Cost of living in Jefferson City, MO
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 6% lower |
| Health | No difference |
| Housing | 22% lower |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Jefferson City, MO
9h ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
2309 Southridge Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109
2 beds
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 7
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
115 Traci Dr #11, Jefferson City, MO 65109
2 beds
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 3
1d ago
3941 Dewberry Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109
3 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Townhouse for rent in Jefferson City
4907 Scruggs Station Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65109
2 beds
1.5 baths
$775
House for rent
Available Sep 8
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Jefferson City
663 Hiddenwood Ct #663, Jefferson City, MO 65109
2 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Condo for rent
Available Aug 1
1h ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
824 El Dorado Dr #824, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
1h ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
822 El Dorado Dr #822, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
1d ago
2111 Dalton Dr Apt B, Jefferson City, MO 65109
1 bed
1 bath
$1,525
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
824 El Dorado Dr #824, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
1h ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
822 El Dorado Dr #822, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
3h ago
House for rent in Jefferson City
2 beds
1.5 baths
$950
House for rent
6h ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
219 Dix Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65109
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
4627 Shepherd Hills Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65101
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Jefferson City
3 beds
3 baths
$1,450
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Jefferson City
2217 Oakview Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109
4 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
Available Jan 1
1d ago
1015 Madison St, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2 beds
2 baths
$1,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1104 W Mccarty St, Jefferson City, MO 65109
1 bed
1 bath
$625
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Townhouse for rent in Jefferson City
4907 Scruggs Station Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65109
2 beds
1.5 baths
$775
House for rent
Available Sep 8
2d ago
Downtown Jefferson City apartment for rent in Jefferson City
111 E High St #201, Jefferson City, MO 65101
1 bed
1 bath
$1,025
$925
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 17
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Jefferson City
2601 Midway St #B, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2 beds
2 baths
$925
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 18
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Frequently asked questions for Jefferson City, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the Jefferson City rental market.
How much is rent in Jefferson City?
The average rent in Jefferson City is $967 per month as of August 15, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Jefferson City?
Average rent prices in Jefferson City have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 19% since last year.
How does Jefferson City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Jefferson City is 50% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $957 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Jefferson City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Jefferson City are Downtown Jefferson City ($895/mo), Redfield ($995/mo), and Diamonds ($995/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Jefferson City?
To comfortably afford rent in Jefferson City, you'd need to earn approximately $39,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Jefferson City?
February offers the lowest rents in Jefferson City, running about 22% below December's peak pricing. June and October also tend to be less competitive months with reduced demand relative to available inventory.
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).