Cost of Living in Pontotoc, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.3
100 = national avg
-17.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,191
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,541
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.0
Food88.4
Transportation76.8
Healthcare90.7
Utilities89.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$850
per month
2 Bedroom
$932
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pontotoc is 82.3, which is 17.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,191 per year to cover basic expenses.