Mississippi
Cost of living, salaries, housing prices, taxes and population data for Mississippi. Official U.S. government data.
Living in Mississippi: the lowest costs in America
Mississippi anchors manufacturing, agriculture, shipbuilding on the Gulf Coast and growing auto suppliers, with Jackson and the Coast providing healthcare and service jobs. Incomes are the lowest in the nation, which the cost side more than offsets for many households.
Housing here is the cheapest in the country by most measures, and everyday spending follows. The trade-offs are fewer high-paying roles, thinner amenities outside the main corridors and health and education systems that lag. For budget maximizers and remote earners, few states stretch a dollar further.
Quick answers: Mississippi
Mississippi vs the national average
- Income 27% below the national median ($75,561).
- Median home value 41% below the national median ($272,900).
County Explorer — Mississippi
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Cost of living, median income, rent, home prices and taxes in Mississippi for 2026, with county explorer and historical trends from past years to 2026.
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