Memphis, Tennessee vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 5.5% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $79,161 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
36% more expensive in Jackson
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Memphis, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  11.5% lower
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher