Cost of Living in Waveland, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.2
100 = national avg
-6.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,002
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$96,914
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.8
Food94.9
Transportation89.9
Healthcare96.0
Utilities95.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$923
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waveland is 93.2, which is 6.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,002 per year to cover basic expenses.