Cost of Living in Tupelo, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.0
100 = national avg
+33.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,516
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,310
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing36.6
Food163.4
Transportation226.8
Healthcare150.7
Utilities125.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$671
per month
2 Bedroom
$880
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tupelo is 133.0, which is 33.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 36.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,516 per year to cover basic expenses.