Monroe, Louisiana vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 1.2% more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $42,520 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
27% more expensive in Jackson
than in Monroe, Louisiana
Monroe, LA vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Monroe, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  0.2% lower
  Health
  22.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower