Essex, Maryland vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 17.5% cheaper than Essex, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $41,271 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Essex, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is cheaper than Essex, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Jackson
than in Essex, Maryland
Essex, MD vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Essex, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.5% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% lower
  Commute
  29.0% lower
  Health
  20.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower