Cost of Living Calculator - Ottumwa, Iowa vs Jackson, Mississippi


The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 18.0% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $88,540 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
89% more expensive in Jackson
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs Jackson, MS
Compared to Ottumwa, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.0% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  33.1% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower

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