Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 9, 2026
Average rent in
Joplin, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on October 9, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Joplin rent stands today
Joplin, MO rent slipped 8.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,100/month. Renters are paying roughly the same amount as last year, with a 3.9% month-over-month increase in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Joplin sits 42.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 109 total rentals offering a smaller market but accessible pricing for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Joplin rent for $500/month, 1-bedrooms for $825/month, and 2-bedrooms for $995/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,400/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,800/month. The studio median of $500/month shows the range available across bedroom sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in Joplin
$1,100/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Joplin is $1,100 per month as of October 2026. This is 42% below the national average rent, or $800 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Joplin
109
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Joplin rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Joplin, MO
Average rent prices in Joplin have increased by 4% over the last month and have decreased 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
Joplin, MO
Rent prices in Joplin vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Joplin is $960, whereas a house costs $1,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Joplin run $825 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $500 |  30% | 26% | |
1 bedroom | $825 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $995 | 3% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,400 | 1% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,800 | 2% | 15% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
College Skyline | $950 | |
Heritage Acres | $1,000 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $960 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,650 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,300 | 1% | 6% |
Studio
Average rent
$500
Last 30 days
30%
Last year
26%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$825
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
15%
College Skyline
Average rent
$950
Heritage Acres
Average rent
$1,000
Apartments
Average rent
$960
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,650
Houses
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
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
42%lower than the national median
16%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Joplin, MO is 31% lower than the median rent in Battlefield, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,595
12%$1,900
20%$1,795
12%$1,400
8%$787
3%$1,287
75%$1,400
57%$900
20%$831
2%$1,625
16%$1,600
14%$1,362
7%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 | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 7% lower |
| Health | 6% lower |
| Housing | 39% lower |
| Transportation | 19% lower |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Joplin, MO
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Joplin
2 beds
1 bath
$735
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
7h ago
422 E Fountain Rd, Joplin, MO 64801
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$825–$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Countryside Duplexes, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2640 E 34th St, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
2 baths
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Joplin
401 S Virginia Ave #103, Joplin, MO 64801
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Joplin
2224 W 26th St, Joplin, MO 64804
4 beds
3 baths
$2,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Joplin
2610 S Jackson Ave #NA, Joplin, MO 64804
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Dec 1
2d ago
1913 E 44th St, Joplin, MO 64804
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,215–$2,265
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1002 Goetz Blvd, Joplin, MO 64801
3 beds
2 baths
$1,425
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
2409 Texas Ave, Joplin, MO 64804
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
15h ago
House for rent in Joplin
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Price dropped $50Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
15h ago
House for rent in Joplin
3 beds
2 baths
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Joplin
1221 W 10th St #1, Joplin, MO 64801
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 21
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Joplin
1911 W 26th St, Joplin, MO 64804
4 beds
2.5 baths
$1,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
507 S Connor Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1101 S Willard Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
7h ago
422 E Fountain Rd, Joplin, MO 64801
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$895–$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Apartment for rent in Joplin
204 N Sergeant Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
3 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
15h ago
House for rent in Joplin
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Price dropped $50Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
15h ago
Apartment for rent in Joplin
3514 E 13th St, Joplin, MO 64801
1–2 beds
1 bath
$781–$900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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 $1,100 per month as of October 3, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Joplin?
Average rent prices in Joplin have increased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 8% since last year.
How does Joplin rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Joplin is 42% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $800 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 $44,000/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).