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Sedalia

Pop. 22,003·63rd most expensive in Missouri·Sedalia rents are up 24.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,124/mo
Year-over-Year
+24.8%
Month-over-Month
+1.2%
vs US Median
-$841
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Sedalia · $1,124
More affordable than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,124/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$45,000/yr
Local median income
$50,990/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Sedalia's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$700
1 BR
$700
2 BR
$920
3 BR
$1,180
4 BR+
$1,410
Research median
$920/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$13,488/yr
At $1,124/mo median
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Rents are up 24.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+24.8% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Sedalia, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,003
Median income
$50,990
Median age
37.3
Renters
43.4%
Age distribution
23.7%
23.3%
24.5%
17%
Under 1823.7%
18–3423.3%
35–5424.5%
55–6411.4%
65+17%
Gender
49%
51%
Male49%
Female51%
Race & ethnicity
77.2%
15.1%
White77.2%
Black4%
Hispanic15.1%
Asian1%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
14%
38.6%
31.1%
16.3%
No HS diploma14%
HS diploma38.6%
Some college31.1%
Bachelor's+16.3%
Housing tenure
56.6%
43.4%
Owner56.6%
Renter43.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sedalia, MO has changed in 5 years

Income
$44,487 → $50,990
up 14.6%
Population
21,696 → 22,003
up 1.4%
Renter share
41.6% → 43.4%
+1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
15.9% → 16.3%
+0.4 pts
Median age
36.2 → 37.3
+1.1 yrs

Median household income climbed from $44,487 to $50,990 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.6% shift. Census counts show Sedalia, MO adding about 307 residents over the five-year window, up 1.4% on net. The renter share has risen from 41.6% to 43.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Sedalia rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Sedalia, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sedalia is $1,124/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $700/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $920/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,180/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($50,990/yr), Sedalia ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 24.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sedalia an affordable city for renters?

Sedalia is considered affordable for renters. At $1,124/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($50,990/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sedalia falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sedalia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $45,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,124/mo in Sedalia. The local median household income is $50,990/yr, meaning the typical Sedalia household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sedalia?

Rent in Sedalia has increased 24.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Sedalia rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Sedalia is one of the more affordable cities in Missouri for rent, ranking #63 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,124/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sedalia?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sedalia ($1,124/mo): Boonville ($863/mo), Warrensburg ($1,043/mo), Knob Noster ($1,086/mo).

What percentage of Sedalia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.4% of Sedalia households are renters, while 56.6% are owner-occupied. Sedalia leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sedalia rent compare to the national average?

Sedalia's median rent of $1,124/mo is $841 (43%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #63 out of 74 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,124/mo, rent takes ~26% of Sedalia's median household income ($50,990/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sedalia 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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