Jackson, Mississippi vs. Memphis, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Memphis, Tennessee is 5.3% cheaper than Jackson, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $47,372 in Memphis, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Memphis, Tennessee is cheaper than Jackson, Mississippi
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
26% cheaper in Memphis
than in Jackson, Mississippi
Jackson, MS vs. Memphis, TN
Compared to Jackson, Memphis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% lower
      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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  13.0% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower