Cost of Living in Mound Bayou, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
51.6
100 = national avg
-48.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$22,685
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$53,618
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing46.7
Food67.7
Transportation35.5
Healthcare74.2
Utilities70.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$642
per month
2 Bedroom
$842
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mound Bayou is 51.6, which is 48.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 46.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $22,685 per year to cover basic expenses.