Cost of Living Calculator - Laurel, Mississippi vs Pearl, Mississippi


The cost of living in Pearl, Mississippi is 11.9% more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $55,972 in Pearl, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pearl, Mississippi is more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Pearl
than in Laurel, Mississippi
Laurel, MS vs Pearl, MS
Compared to Laurel, Pearl is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher

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