1 facility hiring travelers, 4 openings. A two-bedroom in Rolla runs about $890 a month at HUD fair market rent, 29% under Saint Louis's.
| Facility | Open | Advertised weekly range | Median | Beds | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phelps County Regional Medical Center | 4 | $2,124 – $3,126 | $2,124 | 194 | Acute Care Hospitals |
Openings, ranges and medians are advertised weekly rates on current postings, refreshed hourly; with a single priced posting the median is that posting's rate.
Against the national average, Missouri runs housing 30% below and utilities 21% below. (Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities, Missouri, 2024.)
| Category | vs. national average |
|---|---|
| Overall | 9% below |
| Housing | 30% below |
| Utilities | 21% below |
| Groceries and goods | 4% below |
| Services | 5% below |
HUD fair market rent for a two-bedroom in Rolla is $890 a month (2025, utilities included); a one-bedroom is $690.
Missouri taxes wage income.
Against Saint Louis, a two-bedroom here runs 29% lower ($890 against $1,260).