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Cost of living in Copiah County, MS

Part of the Jackson Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,951/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 27,994 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,051 36%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $405 14%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $298 10%
Energy $197 7%
State tax $145 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Copiah County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,045
per month
1 bedroom
$1,051
per month
2 bedroom
$1,232
per month
3 bedroom
$1,484
per month
4 bedroom
$1,633
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Copiah County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,994
per year
Individual earnings
$34,858
per year
Per capita
$28,574
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Copiah County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$105,600
Annual property tax
$833

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Copiah 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 Copiah County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.0%

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 Copiah 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 Copiah County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.6 min
Drive alone
86.4%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
3.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Copiah County

What it costs to live in Copiah County each month.

Single person
$2,951
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $405
  • State tax $145
Couple
$3,974
per month
  • Rent $1,232
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $200
Family
$6,337
per month
  • Rent $1,484
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $200

Frequently asked questions about Copiah County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Copiah County?

In Copiah County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,051 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,232 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,484 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Copiah County?

In Copiah County, MS, the average household income is $47,994 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,858 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Copiah County?

The estimated cost of living in Copiah County, MS is approximately $2,951 per month for a single person, $3,974 for a couple, $6,337 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Copiah County?

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

Is Copiah County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Copiah County, MS would need approximately $2,951 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,994 per year ($4,000 per month). Copiah County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Copiah County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Copiah County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Copiah County?

The average home value in Copiah County, MS is $105,600, with average annual property taxes of $833, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Copiah County compare to other areas?

You can compare Copiah County, MS with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Copiah County is in the Jackson, MS metro area.

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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