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Last updated on August 23, 2026
Average rent in
Joplin, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on August 23, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Joplin, MO rent slipped 6.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,150/month. Renters today are paying $171 less per month on average than last year, following a recent peak of $1,250/month in July 2026.
Compared to national trends
Joplin is 40.3% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, with 78 total rentals offering a smaller market size for renters to consider.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Joplin run around $300/month, 1-bedrooms around $788/month, and 2-bedrooms around $975/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,412/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,749/month. The market is weighted toward 2- and 3-bedroom units, which make up over 70% of inventory.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Joplin fell by 50.0% year over year, a much steeper decline than the citywide 6.4% drop. This segment's sharp decrease contrasts with modest changes in other bedroom types.
Median rent
Median rent in Joplin
$1,150/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Joplin is $1,150 per month as of August 2026. This is 40% below the national average rent, or $775 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Joplin
78
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Joplin rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Joplin, MO
Average rent prices in Joplin have decreased by 8% over the last month and have decreased by 6% 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
Joplin, MO
Rent prices in Joplin vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Joplin is $950, whereas a house costs $1,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Joplin run $781 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $300 | 5% | 41% | |
1 bedroom | $788 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $975 | 7% |  4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,412 | 4% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $1,749 | 54% | 22% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
College Skyline | $1,200 | |
Heritage Acres | $1,100 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $950 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,550 | 42% | - | |
Houses | $1,400 | 9% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$300
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
41%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$788
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,412
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,749
Last 30 days
54%
Last year
22%
College Skyline
Average rent
$1,200
Heritage Acres
Average rent
$1,100
Apartments
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
42%
Houses
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
9%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Joplin, 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 Joplin, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Joplin and Battlefield by all bedroom counts and property types.
Joplin
40%lower than the national median
17%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Joplin, MO is 28% lower than the median rent in Battlefield, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,595
11%$1,900
17%$1,795
9%$1,110
24%$1,050
4%$1,425
56%$1,100
7%$1,095
2%$850
5%$1,595
13%$1,650
6%$1,265
3%Cost of living in Joplin, MO
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 7% lower |
| Health | 5% lower |
| Housing | 39% lower |
| Transportation | 21% lower |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
Discover rentals in Joplin, MO
4d ago
1015 S Saint Louis Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
2 beds
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Joplin
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Countryside Duplexes, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2640 E 34th St, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
2 baths
$875
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Joplin
2610 S Jackson Ave #NA, Joplin, MO 64804
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Joplin
3915 Wisconsin Ave, Joplin, MO 64804
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
$2,000
Price drop
House for rent
3d ago
2230 E 8th St, Joplin, MO 64801
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,295–$1,695
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Joplin
10974 Afton #B, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
2 baths
$1,295
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1002 Goetz Blvd, Joplin, MO 64801
3 beds
2 baths
$1,425
Apartment for rent
1h ago
House for rent in Joplin
2611 W 24th St, Joplin, MO 64804
4 beds
3 baths
$1,695
House for rent
Available Oct 1
1d ago
812 W 5th St, Joplin, MO 64801
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Montana Pl, Joplin, MO 64804
3 beds
2 baths
$1,315–$1,365
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Countryside Duplexes, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
812 W 5th St, Joplin, MO 64801
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1905 Campbell Pkwy, Joplin, MO 64801
3 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1015 S Saint Louis Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
2 beds
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
1h ago
House for rent in Joplin
2611 W 24th St, Joplin, MO 64804
4 beds
3 baths
$1,695
House for rent
Available Oct 1
1d ago
House for rent in Joplin
2331 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO 64804
3 beds
2 baths
$1,400
$1,300
Price drop
House for rent
2d ago
2640 E 34th St, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
2 baths
$875
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Joplin
809 W 4th St #B, Joplin, MO 64801
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Joplin, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the Joplin rental market.
How much is rent in Joplin?
The average rent in Joplin is $1,150 per month as of August 22, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Joplin?
Average rent prices in Joplin have decreased by 8% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Joplin rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Joplin is 40% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $775 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Joplin?
To comfortably afford rent in Joplin, you'd need to earn approximately $46,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Joplin?
January offers the best rental deals in Joplin, with rents running about 14% lower than April's peak prices. This seasonal pattern creates clear savings opportunities for renters who can time their search for winter months.
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).