Starkville, MS Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Starkville, Mississippi?
$3,630 / month
for a family, 32.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $43,560 for the year for a family.
$2,333 / month
for a single person, 51.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,000 for the year for a single person.

Starkville cost of living score
81
Less expensive
19.0% lower
than the US average
2.9% higher
than the Mississippi average
Starkville, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.0% lower than the U.S. average and 2.9% lower than the average for Mississippi.

Starkville, MS

Housing costs in Starkville?
A typical home costs $228,100, which is 32.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 46.9% more expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Starkville 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 Starkville?
To live comfortably in Starkville, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $43,560 for a family, and $28,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Starkville?
Starkville, MS is a relatively affordable place to live. The cost of living in Starkville is 5% lower than the US average, and groceries are about 12% cheaper than the national average. This means that in Starkville, residents can expect to find significantly lower prices on food and other necessities. Housing costs in Starkville are also very reasonable, with the median home value being around $130,000. Renting can also be quite affordable, with median rent coming in just below $900 per month. All these factors make Starkville an attractive option for people looking to enjoy a low-cost lifestyle without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesStarkvilleMississippiUnited States
    Unlock78.7100.0
  102.4  Unlock100.0
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  64.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$155,300$338,100
  101.4  Unlock100.0
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  78.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 18 years ago

Starkville has very little to offer as far as parks. However, there are several leagues available to keep the family busy. (baseball and soccer are the two big ones)  More

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On the average, daily traffic is fine. A downside to the traffic is there is a university in this small town. This means there are many different driving styles  More

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Over 18 years ago

Relocating 40 something with three children to Starkville. Looking for some feedback on quality of life, recreation and  More

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