Lumberton, MS Cost of Living


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Lumberton cost of living score
86.6
Less expensive
13.4% lower
than the US average
10.0% higher
than the Mississippi average
Lumberton, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 86.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.4% lower than the U.S. average and 10.0% lower than the average for Mississippi.

Lumberton, MS

Housing costs in Lumberton?
A typical home costs $136,900, which is 59.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 11.8% less expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lumberton costs $780 per month, which is 45.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.1% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Lumberton?
To live comfortably in Lumberton, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $26,280 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lumberton?
The cost of living in Lumberton, MS is relatively low compared to many other places in the United States. Housing prices are quite affordable and utilities are reasonably priced as well. Groceries and other everyday items tend to be very cheap, making it an ideal place for those with limited income. The unemployment rate is also low, making it a great place to find work and make ends meet. Overall, Lumberton offers a great quality of life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLumbertonMississippiUnited States
  86.678.7100.0
  93.894.9100
  104.0101.9100.0
  38.348.6100.0
  $136,900$155,300$338,100
  99.0%97.1%100.0%
  109.783.4100.0
  80.863.1100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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We moved to Lumberton two years ago, for retirement purposes. Pros: Mostly quiet, except for the ambulance hurrying to who knows where. Really inexpensive city  More

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Lumberton MS. is a terrible place. The city leaders can't budget money(big write up on that). Crime is flourishing (rape,murder,drugs). No jobs, and no  More

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