Gainesville, Florida vs. Mississippi State, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mississippi State, Mississippi is 4.9% more expensive than Gainesville, Florida.

You would need a salary of $52,444 in Mississippi State, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Gainesville, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mississippi State, Mississippi is more expensive than Gainesville, Florida
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
64% more expensive in Mississippi State
than in Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, FL vs. Mississippi State, MS
Compared to Gainesville, Mississippi State is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower