Cost of Living in De Soto, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
62.5
100 = national avg
-37.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$27,484
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$64,962
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing32.9
Food77.3
Transportation104.5
Healthcare81.8
Utilities73.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$783
per month
2 Bedroom
$867
per month
The overall cost of living index in De Soto is 62.5, which is 37.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 32.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $27,484 per year to cover basic expenses.