How much does it cost to rent in Republic, MO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Republic, MO is $1,448. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Republic cheaper than other Missouri cities?

Republic falls in the middle range for Missouri, ranking #36 out of 74 cities at $1,448/mo.

When was Republic rent data last updated?

Republic rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Republic a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Republic is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 1.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Republic

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Pop. 19,829·36th most expensive in Missouri·Rental market data updated monthly for Republic, MO

Median rent (all units)

$1,448/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.3%

Month-over-Month

-2.9%

vs US Median

-$517

Falling (Monthly)

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Republic · $1,448

More affordable than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Republic's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,448/mo

Expected by trend

$1,501/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Republic's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$910

1 BR

$920

2 BR

$1,150

3 BR

$1,580

4 BR+

$1,770

Research median

$1,150/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: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$17,376/yr

At $1,448/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 1.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.3% YoY, -2.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Republic, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,829

Median income

$65,729

Median age

33.2

Renters

39.9%

Age distribution

27%

26%

23.6%

15.8%

Under 1827%

18–3426%

35–5423.6%

55–647.6%

65+15.8%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

90.3%

White90.3%

Black0.8%

Hispanic5.4%

Asian0.7%

Other2.7%

Education (25+)

29.3%

40%

26.3%

No HS diploma4.4%

HS diploma29.3%

Some college40%

Bachelor's+26.3%

Housing tenure

60.1%

39.9%

Owner60.1%

Renter39.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Republic, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,427 → $1,448

up 1.5%

Income

$58,972 → $65,729

up 11.5%

Population

18,313 → 19,829

up 8.3%

Renter share

42.9% → 39.9%

-3.0 pts

Bachelor's+

25.3% → 26.3%

+1.0 pts

Since 2023, the typical rent in Republic, MO has increased from $1,427 to $1,448, a 1.5% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $58,972 in 2021 to $65,729 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 8.3% since 2021, moving from about 18,313 residents to roughly 19,829. Renters now make up 39.9% of households, compared with 42.9% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Republic, MO market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Republic on your salary?

At $1,448/mo, how Republic rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 20% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 10.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 27% income

affordable

By apartment size

Republic rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Republic. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Republic, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Republic is $1,448/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,150/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,580/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($65,729/yr), Republic ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Republic an affordable city for renters?

Republic is considered affordable for renters. At $1,448/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($65,729/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Republic falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Republic?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,448/mo in Republic. The local median household income is $65,729/yr, meaning the typical Republic household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Republic?

Rent in Republic has increased 1.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Republic rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Republic is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #36 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,448/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Republic?

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

What percentage of Republic residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.9% of Republic households are renters, while 60.1% are owner-occupied. Republic leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Republic rent compare to the national average?

Republic's median rent of $1,448/mo is $517 (26%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #36 out of 74 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,448/mo, rent takes ~26% of Republic's median household income ($65,729/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Republic 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–4.7%

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