Cost of Living in Jackson, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.5
100 = national avg
-17.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,279
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,750
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.0
Food83.0
Transportation76.7
Healthcare86.4
Utilities87.6
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 Jackson is 82.5, which is 17.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,279 per year to cover basic expenses.