1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Nixa, MO
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Nixa, Missouri as of July 2026. That's +46% lower than the citywide median of $1,562 and +40% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Nixa
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Nixa
Compare Nixa's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Missouri
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kirksville | $640 |
| 2 | Jefferson City | $670 |
| 3 | Bolivar | $690 |
| 4 | Rolla | $690 |
| 5 | Sedalia | $700 |
| 6 | Fulton | $730 |
| 7 | Waynesville | $750 |
| 8 | Saint Robert | $760 |
| 9 | Knob Noster | $790 |
| 10 | Springfield | $798 |
| 11 | Branson | $800 |
| 12 | Cape Girardeau | $800 |
| 13 | Joplin | $835 |
| 14 | Nixa (this page) | $840 |
| 15 | Ozark | $850 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Missouri
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clayton | $1,410 |
| 2 | Raymore | $1,350 |
| 3 | Lees Summit | $1,346 |
| 4 | Brentwood | $1,340 |
| 5 | Chesterfield | $1,330 |
| 6 | Creve Coeur | $1,320 |
| 7 | Ballwin | $1,320 |
| 8 | Grain Valley | $1,280 |
| 9 | Lake Saint Louis | $1,270 |
| 10 | Belton | $1,270 |
| 11 | Valley Park | $1,267 |
| 12 | Kansas City | $1,226 |
| 13 | Parkville | $1,220 |
| 14 | O Fallon | $1,180 |
| 15 | Kirkwood | $1,180 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Nixa.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Nixa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozark, MO | 8.7 mi | $850 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Springfield, MO | 10.3 mi | $798 | $-42 (-5%) |
| Republic, MO | 14.5 mi | $920 | +$80 (+10%) |
| Branson, MO | 26.1 mi | $800 | $-40 (-5%) |
| Bolivar, MO | 41.4 mi | $690 | $-150 (-18%) |
| Pea Ridge, AR | 67.7 mi | $1,390 | +$550 (+65%) |
| Rogers, AR | 71.5 mi | $950 | +$110 (+13%) |
| Bella Vista, AR | 76.1 mi | $1,045 | +$205 (+24%) |
| Webb City, MO | 80.4 mi | $890 | +$50 (+6%) |
| Bentonville, AR | 80.4 mi | $1,050 | +$210 (+25%) |
| Mountain Home, AR | 80.6 mi | $720 | $-120 (-14%) |
| Centerton, AR | 81.7 mi | $1,160 | +$320 (+38%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Nixa — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Nixa?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Nixa, Missouri is $840 per month. This is +46% below the citywide median of $1,562.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Nixa?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $33,600 ($2,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $16.15/hour at a full-time job.
Is Nixa expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Nixa's 1-bedroom median of $840 is +40% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 8th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Nixa rank for 1-bedroom rent in Missouri?
Among the 72 cities in Missouri with 1-bedroom data, Nixa ranks #14 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Nixa?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Springfield ($798), Branson ($800), Bolivar ($690).