Cost of Living in Cary, 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)
$29,432
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,566
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing20.0
Food85.4
Transportation134.2
Healthcare88.3
Utilities75.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$713
per month
2 Bedroom
$842
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cary is 66.9, which is 33.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 20.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,432 per year to cover basic expenses.