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Cost of living in Attala County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,521/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,685 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $333 13%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $298 12%
Energy $197 8%
State tax $127 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Attala County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,238
per month
4 bedroom
$1,242
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Attala County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,098
per year
Individual earnings
$30,436
per year
Per capita
$28,061
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Attala County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$107,600
Annual property tax
$675

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Attala County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$158
per month · 13.7¢/kWh
Natural gas
$39
per month
Annual total
$2,364
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Attala County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.1%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Attala County

State and local tax rates for Mississippi.

State income tax
5.0%
Flat rate
State sales tax
7.0%
Combined sales tax
7.1%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Attala County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.9 min
Drive alone
81.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
2.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Attala County

What it costs to live in Attala County each month.

Single person
$2,521
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $333
  • State tax $127
Couple
$3,676
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $464
  • State tax $200
Family
$6,092
per month
  • Rent $1,238
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $464
  • State tax $200

Frequently asked questions about Attala County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Attala County?

In Attala County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,238 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Attala County?

In Attala County, MS, the average household income is $48,098 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,436 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Attala County?

The estimated cost of living in Attala County, MS is approximately $2,521 per month for a single person, $3,676 for a couple, $6,092 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Attala County?

The combined sales tax rate in Attala County, MS is 7.07%, which includes the Mississippi state rate of 7.00% plus an average local rate of 0.07%.

Is Attala County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Attala County, MS would need approximately $2,521 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,098 per year ($4,008 per month). Attala County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Attala County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Attala County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Attala County?

The average home value in Attala County, MS is $107,600, with average annual property taxes of $675, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Attala County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources