Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 3.7% cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $48,174 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Jackson
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Indianapolis, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  7.9% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower