Cost of Living in Mississippi
Cost of Living in Mississippi | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 32% lower |
Utilities (Monthly) | 9% lower |
Food | 6% lower |
Healthcare | 3% lower |
Transportation | 6% lower |
Goods & Services | 10% lower |
The cost of living in Mississippi is 16% lower than the national average. Housing is 32% lower than the national average, while utilities are 9% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 10% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 10% lower.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 3% lower in Mississippi compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 10% lower.
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Gulfport, MS | 0% | 16% lower |
Jackson, MS | 0% | 16% lower |