Real Estate Investing in Bates County, Missouri

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4 ZIP codes • Population: 14,409

Should you buy in Bates County, MO? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 18.0% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.3% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $199,690
Avg Monthly Rent $839
ZIP Codes 4

Investing in Bates County Real Estate

Bates County spans 4 ZIP codes across 4 cities in Missouri, with a population of 14,409. The county's muted investment metrics reflect deeper structural challenges β€” worth studying before making commitments.

clearly Bates County's β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† aggregate rating reflects tepid investor metrics across the board β€” soft rent growth, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth taking seriously.

A 14,409 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Bates a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$199,690
Avg Monthly Rent
$839
1% Rule
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Landlord Friendly (MO)
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Cities in Bates County

ZIP Codes in Bates County, MO

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bates County

How much do tenants pay in, MO?

Rent in, MO is around $839/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $200K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

What is the typical renter like in, MO?

Tenant quality in, MO ranks as solid. Landlords generally report predictable occupancy at market rents of $839/mo.

What kind of market is, MO for investors?

Our data puts, MO at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $200K and rents around $839/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How does the, MO market compare with MO as a whole?

Relative to MO as a whole, ranks broadly in line with. The local 3.0/5 score summarizes the position.

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