Natchez, MS Cost of Living


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Natchez cost of living score
71.4
Less expensive
28.6% lower
than the US average
9.3% lower
than the Mississippi average
Natchez, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.6% lower than the U.S. average and 9.3% higher than the average for Mississippi.

Natchez, MS

Housing costs in Natchez?
A typical home costs $116,200, which is 65.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.2% less expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Natchez costs $730 per month, which is 49.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 21.9% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Natchez?
To live comfortably in Natchez, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $22,320 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Natchez?
The cost of living in Natchez, MS is fairly low compared to other towns in the area. According to BestPlaces's Cost of Living Index, groceries in Natchez are about 18% lower than the national average. Other costs such as utilities and housing are similarly low, making Natchez an attractive place to live for those on a budget. The median home price is also relatively affordable at around $100,000 and most residents can find something suitable within their price range. Furthermore, with no state income tax and sales tax hovering around 7%, the overall cost of living in Natchez remains quite competitive when compared to other cities in Mississippi and beyond.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesNatchezMississippiUnited States
  71.478.7100.0
  96.494.9100
  105.1101.9100.0
  40.248.6100.0
  $116,200$155,300$338,100
  95.0%97.1%100.0%
  66.983.4100.0
  66.863.1100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Enjoyed a one-day visit to this lovely town. Located on the mighty Mississippi River, historic preservation is evident. New businesses have taken care to preserve the  More

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Over 14 years ago

The city of Natchez was a great disappointment due to the fact it has been allowed to fall into a state of filth and disrepair.  More

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Over 19 years ago

Now, let me qualify, I've never actually lived in Natchez but spent one of the most relaxing weeks of my life there. Very nice people and some of the most beautiful  More

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