Memphis, Tennessee vs. Tupelo, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tupelo, Mississippi is 3.5% cheaper than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $96,516 in Tupelo, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tupelo, Mississippi is cheaper than Memphis, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
36% cheaper in Tupelo
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Tupelo, MS
Compared to Memphis, Tupelo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  30.2% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher