Seattle, Washington vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 51.3% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $48,749 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Jackson
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Seattle, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.3% 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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.3% higher
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  15.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.6% lower