Greenwood, MS Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Greenwood, Mississippi?
$1,410 / month
for a family, 73.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $16,920 for the year for a family.
$1,800 / month
for a single person, 62.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $21,600 for the year for a single person.

Greenwood cost of living score
65.9
Less expensive
34.1% lower
than the US average
16.3% lower
than the Mississippi average
Greenwood, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 65.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 34.1% lower than the U.S. average and 16.3% higher than the average for Mississippi.

Greenwood, MS

Housing costs in Greenwood?
A typical home costs $87,500, which is 74.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 43.7% less expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Greenwood costs $710 per month, which is 50.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 25.4% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Greenwood?
To live comfortably in Greenwood, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $16,920 for a family, and $21,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Greenwood?
The cost of living in Greenwood, MS is relatively low compared to other cities in the state. According to research done by BestPlaces, the cost of living index is 81.17, 23% lower than the US average. This means that rental costs, groceries, and general expenses are all much more affordable in Greenwood than elsewhere in Mississippi. Additionally, many people enjoy a strong sense of community and connection with their neighbors here in Greenwood. With its low cost of living and strong sense of community, Greenwood is an attractive place for those looking for a more affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesGreenwoodMississippiUnited States
    Unlock78.7100.0
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    Unlock$155,300$338,100
  95.8  Unlock100.0
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  64.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 16 years ago

If you are planing a move to Greenwood expecting the legal system here to be the same as other cities; then you are in for a rude awakening. Things are not investigated  More

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Over 16 years ago

Stay out of Greenwood, MS. Dont even consider moving there. There is nothing there but heat, humidity and mud. No one goes out after dark. The mosquitos are so thick  More

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Hi, Does anyone know if Greenwood, Mississippi would be a good place to relocate to? Just how bad is the crime? Is the personal crime mainly in certain areas like bad  More

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