Shelby, MS Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Shelby, Mississippi?
$1,530 / month
for a family, 71.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $18,360 for the year for a family.
$1,733 / month
for a single person, 63.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $20,800 for the year for a single person.

Shelby cost of living score
71.3
Less expensive
28.7% lower
than the US average
9.4% lower
than the Mississippi average
Shelby, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.7% lower than the U.S. average and 9.4% higher than the average for Mississippi.

Shelby, MS

Housing costs in Shelby?
A typical home costs $96,200, which is 71.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 38.1% less expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Shelby costs $680 per month, which is 52.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 30.9% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Shelby?
To live comfortably in Shelby, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $18,360 for a family, and $20,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Shelby?
The cost of living in Shelby, MS is very affordable. Compared to other parts of the state and country, the average cost of rent, food, entertainment, and transportation are all significantly lower than the national average. This makes it an ideal place to settle down if you're looking for a comfortable and relatively inexpensive lifestyle. Groceries are also quite affordable with most items costing less than those found in other parts of the country. The overall cost of living in Shelby is much lower than many other places, making it an attractive option for those who want to save money while still enjoying a good quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesShelbyMississippiUnited States
    Unlock78.7100.0
  91.9  Unlock100.0
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  26.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$155,300$338,100
  95.9  Unlock100.0
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  70.6  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

My hometown of historic Shelby, in the early 70's through the 80's, was a great place to grow up . The living was hard but the people of the Mississippi Delta town of  More

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