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Battlefield

Pop. 6,165·26th most expensive in Missouri·Rental market data updated monthly for Battlefield, MO
Median rent (all units)
$1,553/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+15.0%
vs US Median
-$412
Rising (Monthly)
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Battlefield · $1,553
More affordable than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,553/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$62,000/yr
Local median income
$94,542/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Battlefield's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$770
1 BR
$770
2 BR
$970
3 BR
$1,330
4 BR+
$1,500
Research median
$970/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$18,636/yr
At $1,553/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +15.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Battlefield, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,165
Median income
$94,542
Median age
41.8
Renters
14.2%
Age distribution
22.1%
18.8%
29.4%
19.5%
Under 1822.1%
18–3418.8%
35–5429.4%
55–6410.2%
65+19.5%
Gender
45.5%
54.5%
Male45.5%
Female54.5%
Race & ethnicity
90.4%
White90.4%
Black0.5%
Hispanic4.4%
Asian1.4%
Other3.3%
Education (25+)
19%
36%
43.7%
No HS diploma1.2%
HS diploma19%
Some college36%
Bachelor's+43.7%
Housing tenure
85.8%
14.2%
Owner85.8%
Renter14.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Battlefield, MO has changed in 5 years

Income
$74,159 → $94,542
up 27.5%
Population
5,957 → 6,165
up 3.5%
Renter share
21.4% → 14.2%
-7.2 pts
Bachelor's+
39.7% → 43.7%
+4.0 pts
Median age
39.1 → 41.8
+2.7 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $94,542 today, compared with $74,159 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 5,957 to 6,165 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.5% change. About 14.2% of households rent today, against 21.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 39.7% to 43.7%.

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About renting in Battlefield, MO

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Battlefield is $1,553/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $770/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $770/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,330/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($94,542/yr), Battlefield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Battlefield an affordable city for renters?

Battlefield is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,553/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($94,542/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Battlefield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Battlefield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,553/mo in Battlefield. The local median household income is $94,542/yr, meaning the typical Battlefield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Battlefield?

Rent in Battlefield has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Battlefield rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Battlefield is one of the pricier cities in Missouri for rent, ranking #26 out of 78 tracked cities at $1,553/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Battlefield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Battlefield ($1,553/mo): Rogersville ($1,125/mo), Springfield ($1,230/mo), Republic ($1,448/mo).

What percentage of Battlefield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.2% of Battlefield households are renters, while 85.8% are owner-occupied. Battlefield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Battlefield rent compare to the national average?

Battlefield's median rent of $1,553/mo is $412 (21%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #26 out of 78 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
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At $1,553/mo, rent takes ~20% of Battlefield's median household income ($94,542/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2–4.7%
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