Muncie, Indiana vs. Columbus, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Mississippi is 3.8% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,888 in Columbus, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Mississippi is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Columbus
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Columbus, MS
Compared to Muncie, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  6.5% lower
  Health
  12.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower