Cost of Living in Brandon, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
127.8
100 = national avg
+27.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,218
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,878
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing130.6
Food121.1
Transportation126.4
Healthcare116.9
Utilities118.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,097
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,288
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brandon is 127.8, which is 27.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 130.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,218 per year to cover basic expenses.