Bay St. Louis, MS Cost of Living


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Bay St. Louis cost of living score
83.4
Less expensive
16.6% lower
than the US average
6.0% higher
than the Mississippi average
Bay St. Louis, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.6% lower than the U.S. average and 6.0% lower than the average for Mississippi.

Bay St. Louis, MS

Housing costs in Bay St. Louis?
A typical home costs $219,700, which is 35.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 41.5% more expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bay St. Louis costs $950 per month, which is 33.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 6.3% more than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Bay St. Louis?
To live comfortably in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $42,120 for a family, and $31,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bay St. Louis?
Bay St. Louis, MS is an affordable place to live for people of all incomes. Its cost of living index is lower than the national average, making it a great place to stretch your budget. The median home value in Bay St. Louis is around $190,000, which is much lower when compared to other cities and towns in the region. Renters can find apartments for an average of $795 per month, although prices can range much lower depending on where you look. Groceries and utilities are also relatively inexpensive here, making Bay St. Louis one of the best places to live if you’re looking for an affordable lifestyle with lots of outdoor amenities and recreational activities nearby.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBay St. LouisMississippiUnited States
  83.478.7100.0
  95.994.9100
  99.1101.9100.0
  51.648.6100.0
  $219,700$155,300$338,100
  97.2%97.1%100.0%
  91.383.4100.0
  79.463.1100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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