Montgomery, Alabama vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 5.8% more expensive than Montgomery, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $52,911 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Montgomery, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Montgomery, Alabama
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
59% more expensive in Jackson
than in Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery, AL vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Montgomery, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  2.7% higher
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher