Mathiston, MS Cost of Living


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United States / Mississippi / No Metro Area / Webster County / Mathiston / Zip Codes

Mathiston cost of living score
78
Less expensive
22.0% lower
than the US average
0.9% lower
than the Mississippi average
Mathiston, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.0% lower than the U.S. average and 0.9% higher than the average for Mississippi.

Mathiston, MS

Housing costs in Mathiston?
A typical home costs $162,700, which is 51.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.8% more expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mathiston costs $780 per month, which is 45.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.1% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Mathiston?
To live comfortably in Mathiston, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $31,320 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mathiston?
The cost of living in Mathiston, MS is relatively low compared to many other areas in the United States. According to BestPlaces, the cost of living index for Mathiston is approximately 71.6, which is lower than the national average of 100 and much lower than most of the surrounding cities and towns. The overall cost of housing in Mathiston is also quite affordable, with an approximate median home value of $72,500, making it attractive to potential buyers and renters alike. Additionally, food prices tend to be lower than average due to a variety of local farms providing fresh produce at reasonable prices. All these factors make Mathiston an ideal place for those looking for an affordable place to live.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMathistonMississippiUnited States
  78.078.7100.0
  95.194.9100
  103.0101.9100.0
  45.148.6100.0
  $162,700$155,300$338,100
  98.7%97.1%100.0%
  73.383.4100.0
  60.763.1100.0

   100=National Average

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