Picayune, Mississippi vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 5.5% more expensive than Picayune, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $52,774 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Picayune, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Picayune, Mississippi
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% more expensive in Jackson
than in Picayune, Mississippi
Picayune, MS vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Picayune, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher