Studio Apartment Rent in Knob Noster, MO
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Knob Noster, Missouri as of July 2026. That's +28% lower than the citywide median of $1,086 and +40% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Knob Noster
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 Knob Noster
Compare Knob Noster'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 (this page) | $780 |
| 12 | Branson | $790 |
| 13 | Springfield | $793 |
| 14 | Joplin | $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? 1 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Knob Noster.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Knob Noster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrensburg, MO | 10.7 mi | $890 | +$110 (+14%) |
| Sedalia, MO | 24.9 mi | $700 | $-80 (-10%) |
| Grain Valley, MO | 46.6 mi | $1,170 | +$390 (+50%) |
| Pleasant Hill, MO | 47.3 mi | $1,000 | +$220 (+28%) |
| Blue Springs, MO | 51.2 mi | $1,075 | +$295 (+38%) |
| Lees Summit, MO | 54.5 mi | $1,224 | +$444 (+57%) |
| Excelsior Springs, MO | 58.2 mi | $890 | +$110 (+14%) |
| Raymore, MO | 60 mi | $1,230 | +$450 (+58%) |
| Independence, MO | 60.1 mi | $975 | +$195 (+25%) |
| Raytown, MO | 62.7 mi | $970 | +$190 (+24%) |
| Liberty, MO | 64.7 mi | $980 | +$200 (+26%) |
| Grandview, MO | 65.7 mi | $890 | +$110 (+14%) |
Studio rent in Knob Noster — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Knob Noster?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Knob Noster, Missouri is $780 per month. This is +28% below the citywide median of $1,086.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Knob Noster?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $31,200 ($2,600/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Knob Noster expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Knob Noster's studio median of $780 is +40% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 8th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Knob Noster rank for studio rent in Missouri?
Among the 69 cities in Missouri with studio data, Knob Noster ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Knob Noster?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Sedalia ($700).