Cost of Living in Mississippi
The cost of living in Mississippi is 14% lower than the national average
| Cost of Living in Mississippi | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|
| Housing (Buy and Rent) | 30% lower |
| Utilities (Monthly) | 12% lower |
| Food | 3% lower |
| Healthcare | 2% lower |
| Transportation | 9% lower |
| Goods & Services | 9% lower |
Summary
The cost of living in Mississippi is 14% lower than the national average. Housing is 30% lower than the national average, while utilities are 12% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 3% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 9% lower.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 2% lower in Mississippi compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 9% lower.
The Cost of Living in Mississippi Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
This is how much pricier or cheaper it is to live in Mississippi’s 5 largest cities compared to the national average.
The cost of living in Mississippi varies depending on the city you live in. The priciest city in Mississippi is Hattiesburg, where the cost of living is 4% higher compared to the state average and 10% lower than in the rest of the U.S. The cheapest major city in Mississippi is Tupelo, with a cost of living 5% lower below the state average and 18% lower than the national average.
| City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Hattiesburg, MS | 4% higher | 10% lower |
| Meridian, MS | 1% higher | 13% lower |
| Jackson, MS | 1% higher | 13% lower |
| Gulfport, MS | 1% lower | 15% lower |
| Tupelo, MS | 5% lower | 18% lower |