Des Moines, Iowa vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 3.9% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,970 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
11% more expensive in Jackson
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Des Moines, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  11.9% higher
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher