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Cost of living in Claiborne County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,404/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,908 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $775 32%
Healthcare $480 20%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $298 12%
Energy $197 8%
Federal tax $191 8%
State tax $88 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Claiborne County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$770
per month
1 bedroom
$775
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,165
per month
4 bedroom
$1,242
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Claiborne County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$34,371
per year
Individual earnings
$21,227
per year
Per capita
$18,619
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Claiborne County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$80,800
Annual property tax
$470

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Claiborne 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 Claiborne County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.1%

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 Claiborne 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 Claiborne County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.1 min
Drive alone
84.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
2.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Claiborne County

What it costs to live in Claiborne County each month.

Single person
$2,404
per month
  • Rent $775
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $191
  • State tax $88
Couple
$3,417
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $262
  • State tax $143
Family
$5,760
per month
  • Rent $1,165
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $262
  • State tax $143

Frequently asked questions about Claiborne County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Claiborne County?

In Claiborne County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $775 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,165 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Claiborne County?

In Claiborne County, MS, the average household income is $34,371 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $21,227 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Claiborne County?

The estimated cost of living in Claiborne County, MS is approximately $2,404 per month for a single person, $3,417 for a couple, $5,760 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Claiborne County?

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

Is Claiborne County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Claiborne County, MS would need approximately $2,404 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $34,371 per year ($2,864 per month). Claiborne County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Claiborne County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Claiborne County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Claiborne County?

The average home value in Claiborne County, MS is $80,800, with average annual property taxes of $470, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Claiborne 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