Cost of Living in Baldwyn, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
66.9
100 = national avg
-33.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,448
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,605
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing51.2
Food83.1
Transportation66.2
Healthcare86.5
Utilities80.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$852
per month
2 Bedroom
$994
per month
The overall cost of living index in Baldwyn is 66.9, which is 33.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 51.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,448 per year to cover basic expenses.