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Cost of living in Chickasaw County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,611/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,994 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $405 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $298 11%
Energy $197 8%
State tax $145 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Chickasaw County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,245
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Chickasaw County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$43,041
per year
Individual earnings
$34,809
per year
Per capita
$22,365
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Chickasaw County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$100,400
Annual property tax
$746

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Chickasaw 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 Chickasaw County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.0%

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 Chickasaw 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 Chickasaw County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.8 min
Drive alone
80.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Chickasaw County

What it costs to live in Chickasaw County each month.

Single person
$2,611
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $405
  • State tax $145
Couple
$3,581
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $390
  • State tax $179
Family
$6,004
per month
  • Rent $1,245
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $390
  • State tax $179

Frequently asked questions about Chickasaw County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Chickasaw County?

In Chickasaw County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,245 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Chickasaw County?

In Chickasaw County, MS, the average household income is $43,041 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,809 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Chickasaw County?

The estimated cost of living in Chickasaw County, MS is approximately $2,611 per month for a single person, $3,581 for a couple, $6,004 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Chickasaw County?

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

Is Chickasaw County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Chickasaw County, MS would need approximately $2,611 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $43,041 per year ($3,587 per month). Chickasaw County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Chickasaw County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Chickasaw County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Chickasaw County?

The average home value in Chickasaw County, MS is $100,400, with average annual property taxes of $746, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Chickasaw 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