Cost of Living in Columbus AFB, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.2
100 = national avg
+22.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,785
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,127
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing140.7
Food108.1
Transportation116.1
Healthcare106.4
Utilities113.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$743
per month
2 Bedroom
$872
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus AFB is 122.2, which is 22.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,785 per year to cover basic expenses.