Newton, Kansas vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 4.5% more expensive than Newton, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $52,235 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Newton, Kansas
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
23% more expensive in Jackson
than in Newton, Kansas
Newton, KS vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Newton, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  2.1% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower