Helena, MS Cost of Living


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Helena cost of living score
83.5
Less expensive
16.5% lower
than the US average
6.1% higher
than the Mississippi average
Helena, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.5% lower than the U.S. average and 6.1% lower than the average for Mississippi.

Helena, MS

Housing costs in Helena?
A typical home costs $129,600, which is 61.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.5% less expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Helena costs $880 per month, which is 38.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $890.

Can I afford Helena?
To live comfortably in Helena, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $24,840 for a family, and $30,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Helena?
The cost of living in Helena, MS is quite affordable compared to other cities in the United States. The median home price in Helena is $95,500, which is significantly lower than the national average of $231,200. Groceries and healthcare costs are also lower than the national average. Additionally, utilities are relatively inexpensive due to a low cost of electricity from nearby power plants. Overall, residents can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle without having to strain their finances too much.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHelenaMississippiUnited States
  83.578.7100.0
  94.894.9100
  102.0101.9100.0
  44.248.6100.0
  $129,600$155,300$338,100
  96.6%97.1%100.0%
  91.283.4100.0
  83.063.1100.0

   100=National Average

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