Breckenridge Apartments
2400 McFarland Dr,
West Plains, MO 65775
1-2 Beds | $475 - $825
Rental Market Trends in West Plains, MO
Updated July 2026
What is the average rent in West Plains, MO?
$518/month
Average Rent
646 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.2%
Change / Year
36
Available Apartments
West Plains, MO Rental Market Overview
The average rent in West Plains, MO is $518 per month. This is 69% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making renting in West Plains more affordable than most cities in the US.
- Studio apartments in West Plains average $478 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in West Plains average $518 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in West Plains average $722 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in West Plains average or more per month.
Data Updated: July 1, 2026
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in West Plains, MO?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.2%, which averages out to $7 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in West Plains, MO
July 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
100%
Below $700/month
0%
$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 West Plains, MO?
Because the average rent in West Plains is $518, you’ll want to make about $1,726 per month or $20,712 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.
How does West Plains, MO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare West Plains, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in West Plains?
The average rent in West Plains is $518 per month, which is 68.8% lower than the national average of $1,662.
Are rents going up or down in West Plains?
Rents in West Plains, MO are increasing, with prices up 1.2% year-over-year and $7 more per month.
What rent range is most common in West Plains?
In West Plains, MO, 100% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.