Studio Apartment Rent in Joplin, MO
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Joplin, Missouri as of July 2026. That's +36% lower than the citywide median of $1,306 and +35% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Joplin
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Joplin
Compare Joplin's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Missouri
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kirksville | $610 |
| 2 | Jefferson City | $660 |
| 3 | Rolla | $680 |
| 4 | Bolivar | $690 |
| 5 | Columbia | $697 |
| 6 | Sedalia | $700 |
| 7 | Fulton | $730 |
| 8 | Cape Girardeau | $750 |
| 9 | Waynesville | $750 |
| 10 | Saint Robert | $760 |
| 11 | Knob Noster | $780 |
| 12 | Branson | $790 |
| 13 | Springfield | $793 |
| 14 | Joplin (this page) | $835 |
| 15 | Jennings | $840 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Missouri
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clayton | $1,360 |
| 2 | Brentwood | $1,300 |
| 3 | Creve Coeur | $1,280 |
| 4 | Chesterfield | $1,280 |
| 5 | Ballwin | $1,275 |
| 6 | Raymore | $1,230 |
| 7 | Lake Saint Louis | $1,230 |
| 8 | Lees Summit | $1,224 |
| 9 | Grain Valley | $1,170 |
| 10 | Belton | $1,160 |
| 11 | Kirkwood | $1,140 |
| 12 | O Fallon | $1,135 |
| 13 | Olivette | $1,130 |
| 14 | Saint Charles | $1,123 |
| 15 | Mehlville | $1,122 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Joplin.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Joplin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webb City, MO | 8.4 mi | $880 | +$45 (+5%) |
| Pittsburg, KS | 26.8 mi | $690 | $-145 (-17%) |
| Bella Vista, AR | 44.4 mi | $965 | +$130 (+16%) |
| Pea Ridge, AR | 49.5 mi | $1,280 | +$445 (+53%) |
| Centerton, AR | 50.2 mi | $1,070 | +$235 (+28%) |
| Bentonville, AR | 52.4 mi | $970 | +$135 (+16%) |
| Rogers, AR | 60.4 mi | $885 | +$50 (+6%) |
| Siloam Springs, AR | 61.9 mi | $790 | $-45 (-5%) |
| Springdale, AR | 65.9 mi | $845 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Republic, MO | 69 mi | $910 | +$75 (+9%) |
| Fayetteville, AR | 72.9 mi | $873 | +$38 (+5%) |
| Farmington, AR | 73.2 mi | $1,000 | +$165 (+20%) |
Studio rent in Joplin — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Joplin?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Joplin, Missouri is $835 per month. This is +36% below the citywide median of $1,306.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Joplin?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $33,400 ($2,783/month gross), which works out to roughly $16.06/hour at a full-time job.
Is Joplin expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Joplin's studio median of $835 is +35% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 12th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Joplin rank for studio rent in Missouri?
Among the 69 cities in Missouri with studio data, Joplin ranks #14 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Joplin?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Pittsburg ($690), Siloam Springs ($790).