Hattiesburg Metro Area, MS Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Hattiesburg, Mississippi?
$2,820 / month
for a family, 47.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $33,840 for the year for a family.
$2,567 / month
for a single person, 46.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $30,800 for the year for a single person.

Hattiesburg cost of living score
81.3
Less expensive
18.7% lower
than the US average
3.3% higher
than the Mississippi average
Hattiesburg Mississi Metro Area, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.7% lower than the U.S. average and 3.3% lower than the average for Mississippi.

Hattiesburg Metro Area, MS

Housing costs in Hattiesburg?
A typical home costs $176,900, which is 47.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 13.9% more expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hattiesburg costs $930 per month, which is 35.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 4.3% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Hattiesburg?
To live comfortably in Hattiesburg Mississi Metro Area, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $33,840 for a family, and $30,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hattiesburg?
Hattiesburg, MS Metro Area has an affordable cost of living compared to the US average – 81.3 versus 100. This lower cost of living is reflected in the house median value for Hattiesburg, which stands at $176,900. This is much lower than the US average of $338,100. Thus, people living in or around Hattiesburg can enjoy a more affordable lifestyle without compromising on the quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesHattiesburgMississippiUnited States
    Unlock78.7100.0
  94.7  Unlock100.0
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  51.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$155,300$338,100
  100.3  Unlock100.0
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  77.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 8 years ago

More crime. More Homeless. Horrible drug problem. Extremely expensive housing. Always hit with some kind of TAX. Property taxes very high. Beautiful but just to  More

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Over 8 years ago

I need to live where the Mold count is low. IS THE MOLD COUNT LOW? I NEED TO KNOW. I LIVE IN STATE OF MISSOURI WHERE THE MOLD COUNT IS EXTREMELY   More

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Over 8 years ago

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