Lake, MS Cost of Living


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Lake cost of living score
71.5
Less expensive
28.5% lower
than the US average
9.1% lower
than the Mississippi average
Lake, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.5% lower than the U.S. average and 9.1% higher than the average for Mississippi.

Lake, MS

Housing costs in Lake?
A typical home costs $106,300, which is 68.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.6% less expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lake costs $790 per month, which is 44.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 12.7% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Lake?
To live comfortably in Lake, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $20,520 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lake?
The cost of living in Lake, MS is relatively low compared to other cities and towns. The median home price in the area is around $90,000 which makes it one of the most affordable places to live in the state. Additionally, groceries, utilities and transportation are all relatively inexpensive with prices lower than national averages. This makes it an attractive option for those looking for a place to settle down and save money while having access to plenty of amenities nearby. With a low crime rate and friendly locals, Lake, MS offers a great balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLakeMississippiUnited States
  71.578.7100.0
  96.594.9100
  102.9101.9100.0
  39.848.6100.0
  $106,300$155,300$338,100
  100.0%97.1%100.0%
  78.983.4100.0
  52.663.1100.0

   100=National Average

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