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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Warrensburg, MO is $1,043. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Warrensburg cheaper than other Missouri cities?

Warrensburg is among the more affordable cities in Missouri, ranking #70 out of 74 cities at $1,043/mo.

When was Warrensburg rent data last updated?

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

City Report · MO

Warrensburg

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Pop. 19,582·70th most expensive in Missouri·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,043/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.0%

Month-over-Month

+0.6%

vs US Median

-$922

Rising (Monthly)

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Warrensburg · $1,043

More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Warrensburg's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,043/mo

Expected by trend

$1,077/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$890

1 BR

$990

2 BR

$1,140

3 BR

$1,490

4 BR+

$1,740

Research median

$1,140/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

$12,516/yr

At $1,043/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.0% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Warrensburg, MO is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 37.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,582

Median income

$57,067

Median age

24.8

Renters

53.8%

Age distribution

17.8%

46.7%

17.5%

Under 1817.8%

18–3446.7%

35–5417.5%

55–646.7%

65+11.2%

Gender

48%

52%

Male48%

Female52%

Race & ethnicity

81.1%

White81.1%

Black6.4%

Hispanic5.6%

Asian3%

Other3.9%

Education (25+)

23.4%

33%

37.8%

No HS diploma5.8%

HS diploma23.4%

Some college33%

Bachelor's+37.8%

Housing tenure

46.2%

53.8%

Owner46.2%

Renter53.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Warrensburg, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$851 → $1,043

up 22.6%

Income

$52,335 → $57,067

up 9.0%

Population

19,509 → 19,582

up 0.4%

Renter share

54.2% → 53.8%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

38.9% → 37.8%

-1.1 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in Warrensburg, MO has increased from $851 to $1,043, a 22.6% change over five years. Median household income rose from $52,335 to $57,067 between 2021 and 2024, a 9.0% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Warrensburg, MO reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Warrensburg on your salary?

At $1,043/mo, how Warrensburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 9.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 7.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 21.7% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Warrensburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Warrensburg, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Warrensburg is $1,043/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $990/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,490/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($57,067/yr), Warrensburg ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Warrensburg an affordable city for renters?

Warrensburg is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,043/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($57,067/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Warrensburg falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Warrensburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,043/mo in Warrensburg. The local median household income is $57,067/yr, meaning the typical Warrensburg household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Warrensburg?

Rent in Warrensburg has increased 2.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Warrensburg rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Warrensburg is one of the more affordable cities in Missouri for rent, ranking #70 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,043/mo.

What percentage of Warrensburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53.8% of Warrensburg households are renters, while 46.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Warrensburg has a strong rental market.

How does Warrensburg rent compare to the national average?

Warrensburg's median rent of $1,043/mo is $922 (47%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #70 out of 74 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,043/mo, rent takes ~22% of Warrensburg's median household income ($57,067/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Warrensburg 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–4.7%

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