Arlington, Virginia vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 49.4% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $16,704 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% cheaper in Jackson
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Arlington, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  31.8% lower
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% lower