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Poplar Bluff, MO

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Delight in this small city’s natural beauty and local history

Suburban Scenic Riverside Growing Historic Active Charming Welcoming Affordable Close-Knit

Situated in southeastern Missouri, Poplar Bluff rests about midway between Saint Louis and Memphis, Tennessee. Tucked in the Ozark foothills, Poplar Bluff is known as the “Gateway to the Ozarks,” offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation in the surrounding area. The Black River flows through the city, providing numerous options for activities like fishing, kayaking, hiking, and more.

Incorporated in 1870, Poplar Bluff has deep historical roots. A number of historic buildings located throughout Poplar Bluff pay homage to the past, including the vibrant, art deco Rodgers Theatre. Poplar Bluff celebrates its history with the annual Iron Horse Festival and the Historic Depot Restoration Project. Convenience to a local Amtrak station as well as U.S. Routes 60 and 67 makes getting around from Poplar Bluff a breeze.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Poplar Bluff, MO is $531 for one bedroom, and $741 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Poplar Bluff has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$531/month
530 Sq Ft
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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

30

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Oak Grove Elementary

Public

Grades 1-3

318 Students

10
out of 10

O'Neal Elementary

Public

Grades 1-3

325 Students

9
out of 10

Eugene Field Elementary

Public

Grades 1-3

272 Students

8
out of 10

Lake Road Elementary

Public

Grades 1-6

305 Students

7
out of 10

Poplar Bluff 5th & 6th Center

Public

Grades 4-6

1,018 Students

4
out of 10

Poplar Bluff Jr. High

Public

Grades 7-8

782 Students

6
out of 10

Shady Grove School

Public

Grades K-12

25 Students

Rating Unavailable

Poplar Bluff High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,504 Students

3
out of 10

Shady Grove School

Public

Grades K-12

25 Students

Rating Unavailable

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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 February 2025.