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ZIP 64801

Part of Joplin, MO
Pop. 36,287·Jasper County·130th most expensive ZIP in Missouri
Median rent (all units)
$1,013/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.6%
Month-over-Month
-3.9%
vs US Median
-$952
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ZIP 64801 · $1,013
More affordable than 98% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$790
1 BR
$800
2 BR
$990
3 BR
$1,290
4 BR+
$1,340
Research median
$990/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
$12,156/yr
At $1,013/mo median
Location
CityJoplin
StateMO
CountyJasper County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.6% YoY, -3.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 64801 (Joplin, MO) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,287
Median income
$52,620
Median age
39.6
Renters
46.7%
Age distribution
19.1%
25.3%
23.5%
14.4%
17.6%
Under 1819.1%
18–3425.3%
35–5423.5%
55–6414.4%
65+17.6%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
82%
White82%
Black2.7%
Hispanic6.1%
Asian2.3%
Other7%
Education (25+)
37.5%
27.7%
25.7%
No HS diploma9.2%
HS diploma37.5%
Some college27.7%
Bachelor's+25.7%
Housing tenure
53.3%
46.7%
Owner53.3%
Renter46.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 64801 in Joplin, MO has changed in 5 years

Income
$46,238 → $52,620
up 13.8%
Population
36,760 → 36,287
down 1.3%
Renter share
42.8% → 46.7%
+3.9 pts
Bachelor's+
24.7% → 25.7%
+1.0 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 64801 in Joplin, MO now reports about $52,620, up from $46,238 in 2021. Census counts show ZIP 64801 in Joplin, MO losing about 473 residents over the five-year window, down 1.3% on net. The renter share has risen from 42.8% to 46.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 64801 covers Joplin, MO. The median rent here is $1,013/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $800/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $990/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($52,620/yr), ZIP 64801 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.6% over the past year.

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How much is rent in ZIP code 64801?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 64801 (Joplin, MO) is $1,013. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 64801 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 64801's median rent of $1,013/mo is $952 (48%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 64801 compare to other ZIPs in Missouri?

ZIP 64801 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Missouri, ranking #130 out of 136 ZIPs at $1,013/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 64801?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,013/mo in ZIP 64801. The local median household income is $52,620/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 64801?

Rent in ZIP 64801 has increased 0.6% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 64801 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 64801 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,013/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($52,620/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 64801 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 64801 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.7% of ZIP 64801 households are renters, while 53.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 64801 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 64801 compare to the rest of Joplin?

ZIP 64801 is more affordable than Joplin overall. At $1,013/mo, it's $293 below the Joplin citywide median of $1,306/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 64801 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 64801 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,013/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 64801's median household income ($52,620/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 64801 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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