10 Happiest Small Towns in Missouri to Live in 2026

Thousands of Americans are quietly packing up and leaving the big cities — and they're all ending up in the same hidden Missouri towns. If you're searching for the happiest, most affordable places to live in the Midwest, this is the video you've been waiting for. In this video, we rank the 10 happiest small towns in Missouri using real housing data, cost of living metrics, and unfiltered opinions from actual locals. You'll discover which towns offer the best schools, safest streets, and most affordable homes — and exactly which trade-offs come with each one. What's Covered: 🏡 Real median home prices and rent ranges for every town 📊 Cost of living comparisons vs. the national average 🏫 School district quality and family friendliness ratings ⚠️ Honest cons — flooding risks, traffic nightmares, and cliquish communities 🥇 The #1 happiest Missouri town that perfectly blends income, parks, and convenience 00:00 - Happiest Small Towns in Missouri 00:40 - Maryville 02:48 - Hannibal 04:51 - Eureka 06:24 - Liberty 07:57 - Parkville 09:27 - Ozark 11:24 - Nixa 13:04 - Kirkwood 14:56 - Glendale 16:44 - Brentwood 📌 Did your town make the list? Drop a comment below and tell us where you live! 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Midwest relocation guides and real estate breakdowns. ▶️ Watch next: 10 Happiest California Towns You Can Live On Social Security Alone https://youtu.be/8boUcqtsVCQ 10 Safest & Cheapest Illinois Towns in 2026 - Happiest Small Towns in Illinois https://youtu.be/oiilRUnXva4 #Missouri #SmallTownLiving #MidwestRelocation Disclaimer: Content sourced externally. For copyright issues, please contact us via our "About" page before filing a claim.