Salem, Illinois vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 15.7% more expensive than Salem, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,850 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Salem, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Jackson
than in Salem, Illinois
Salem, IL vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Salem, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  31.4% higher
  Health
  20.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher