Columbia, Missouri vs. Mississippi State, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mississippi State, Mississippi is 5.1% more expensive than Columbia, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $26,806 in Mississippi State, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mississippi State, Mississippi is more expensive than Columbia, Missouri
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
65% more expensive in Mississippi State
than in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia, MO vs. Mississippi State, MS
Compared to Columbia, Mississippi State is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% higher
      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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  6.8% lower
  Health
  17.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower