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Rental Market Trends in Poplar Bluff, MO

What is the average rent in Poplar Bluff, MO?

$537/month

Average Rent

530 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.8%

Increase in the Last Year

Poplar Bluff, MO Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Poplar Bluff, MO is $537 per month. This is 68% lower than the national average rent of $1,661/month, making renting in Poplar Bluff more affordable than most cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Poplar Bluff average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Poplar Bluff average $537 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Poplar Bluff average $864 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Poplar Bluff average or more per month.

Data Updated: July 1, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$537/month
530 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$864/month
1,114 Sq Ft
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Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
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How much has average rent changed in Poplar Bluff, MO?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $5 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Poplar Bluff, MO
Last Updated July 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Poplar Bluff, MO
Percentage*
Rent Range
75% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Poplar Bluff, MO?

Because the average rent in Poplar Bluff is $537, you’ll want to make about $1,790 per month or $21,480 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Poplar Bluff, MO

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How does Poplar Bluff, MO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Poplar Bluff, MO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Poplar Bluff We Think You'll Love

601 Kinzer St

601 Kinzer St

601 Kinzer St,
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

2 Beds | $695 - $750

256 E Outer Rd

256 E Outer Rd

256 E Outer Rd,
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

2 Beds | $950

Northwood Hills 8 plex

Northwood Hills 8 plex

1909 Westmoor Dr,
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

2 Beds | $850

101 Blue Star

101 Blue Star

101 Blue Star,
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

3 Beds | $1,600

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Poplar Bluff?

The average rent in Poplar Bluff is $537 per month, which is 67.7% lower than the national average of $1,661.

Are rents going up or down in Poplar Bluff?

Rents in Poplar Bluff, MO are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $5 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Poplar Bluff?

In Poplar Bluff, MO, 75% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Missouri Poplar Bluff Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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