Salem, MO rental market

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Last updated June 22, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Salem, MO is $800.

Average rent

$800

Month-over-month change

+$113

Year-over-year change

+$300

Available rentals

3

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $750 to $2,850.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$7002
$8001
$2,800+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has increased by $300 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Feb$550$300
Mar$550$550
Apr$325$575
May$625$800
Jun$600$550
Jul$500$688
Aug$625No data
Sep$300No data
Oct$625No data
Nov$600No data
Dec$300No data

Market temperature

The Salem, MO rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

warm

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in Salem, MO is 60% lower than the national average.

Salem, MOvs.

$800

$2,005

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in Salem, MO?

The average rent in Salem, MO is $800.

2. What is the average rent for a studio apartment in Salem, MO?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Salem, MO is $300 per month.

3. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Salem, MO?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Salem, MO is $750 per month.

4. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Salem, MO?

The average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Salem, MO is $2,850 per month.

5. How much does it cost to rent a house in Salem, MO?

Houses in Salem, MO rent between $750 - $2,850 with an average rent of $800.

6. How has the rent in Salem, MO changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in Salem, MO increased by $300

7. How much has the rent in Salem, MO increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in Salem, MO increased by $113

8. How many available rentals are there in Salem, MO?

There are currently 3 rentals available in Salem, MO.

9. How do rent prices in Salem, MO compare with the national average?

The average rent in Salem, MO is $800 — 60.1% lower the national average of $2,005.

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