Rental GuideColumbia, MO

Columbia rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,350

Year Over Year Change

$10

Rentals available, last 30 days

354

Rent ranges for Columbia apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

22%

$751 - $1,500

62%

$0 - $750

22%

62%

How has rent in Columbia, MO changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Columbia, MO, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,350, which is a 0.69% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Columbia, MO is about $950. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Columbia, MO is $1,198, and studios are about $837 per month.

See more Columbia, MO rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Columbia, MO?

schools

18,800

students

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Who lives in Columbia, MO?

Gender

48% Male

52% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

33%

35-44

11%

45-64

18%

65+

11%

Language

English

90%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

35%

Bachelor's

34%

Master's

14%

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Columbia, MO?

Families

39% Families

61% Single

Property

53% Renters

47% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

24%

25-50k

23%

50-75k

16%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

12%

150k+

12%

How do residents get around Columbia, MO?

Columbia locals spend about 16 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus run by COMO to navigate Columbia and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Columbia is through St Louis Lambert International Airport, 106.73 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

6/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Columbia are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Columbia, MO

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Columbia, 50% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Columbia

Parks & recreation

79%Satisfaction rating

Affordable housing

50%Satisfaction rating

Job market

50%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Nightlife

Public transportation

Pet friendly

Weather

Cost of living

Quality schools

Dating scene

Nightlife

43%

Public transportation

43%

Pet friendly

36%

Weather

36%

Cost of living

29%

Quality schools

21%

Dating scene

21%

43%

36%

29%

21%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Columbia, MO?

The overall cost of living in Columbia, MO is 10% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Columbia you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.41 per carton, and milk $4.69. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $183 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.