Clinton, MS Cost of Living


3 Reviews



BestPlaces offers the best, most comprehensive city reports,
with insight into cost of living, crime, climate, and more.
How much do I need to live in Clinton, Mississippi?
$3,240 / month
for a family, 40.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $38,880 for the year for a family.
$3,333 / month
for a single person, 30.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $40,000 for the year for a single person.

Clinton cost of living score
76.1
Less expensive
23.9% lower
than the US average
3.3% lower
than the Mississippi average
Clinton, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.9% lower than the U.S. average and 3.3% higher than the average for Mississippi.

Clinton, MS

Housing costs in Clinton?
A typical home costs $203,600, which is 39.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.1% more expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Clinton costs $1,170 per month, which is 18.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 23.9% more than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Clinton?
To live comfortably in Clinton, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $38,880 for a family, and $40,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Clinton?
Living in Clinton, MS is very affordable. The cost of living index in the city is 87, much lower than the national average of 100. This means that basic living expenses are significantly lower than other cities in the US. Housing costs in Clinton are quite reasonable with median home values at $137,000 and rent prices averaging out to about $850 per month for a one-bedroom apartment. Additionally, groceries and other goods and services are much cheaper than other areas in the country as well. All together, it's easy to see why so many people consider Clinton a great place to live when it comes to budgeting their finances.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesClintonMississippiUnited States
    Unlock78.7100.0
  100.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock101.9100.0
  64.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$155,300$338,100
  92.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock83.4100.0
  79.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Clinton
    See all (3)

Clinton, a small city west of Jackson, Mississippi, is an excellent retirement locale -- housing options are varied and affordable, crime in Clinton is low, local  More

   |    Reply

The population figures being touted by city hall indicate a recent surge of growth within the city limits. This growth is entirely due to a large and bitterly fought  More

   |    Reply

Clinton has a very oppressive city govenment who became nationally known with the "treehouse fiasco", the details of which can be viewed at: www.saveourtreehouse.com   More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Clinton

Crime
Compare Clinton, MS
cost of living
Compare food, housing, utilities, and more in Clinton, Mississippi to any other city in the US.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.