Cost of living in Hinds County, MS
Part of the Jackson Metro Area
Population 222,494 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Hinds County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Hinds County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Hinds County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Hinds County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Hinds County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Hinds County
State and local tax rates for Mississippi.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Hinds County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Hinds County
What it costs to live in Hinds County each month.
- Rent $1,051
- Energy $197
- Water $55
- Groceries $298
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $367
- State tax $135
- Rent $1,232
- Energy $236
- Water $65
- Groceries $494
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $492
- State tax $208
- Rent $1,484
- Energy $296
- Water $75
- Groceries $749
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $492
- State tax $208
Frequently asked questions about Hinds County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Hinds County?
In Hinds 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 Hinds County?
In Hinds County, MS, the average household income is $49,966 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,491 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Hinds County?
The estimated cost of living in Hinds County, MS is approximately $2,903 per month for a single person, $4,011 for a couple, $6,374 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Hinds County?
The combined sales tax rate in Hinds County, MS is 7.07%, which includes the Mississippi state rate of 7.00% plus an average local rate of 0.07%.
Is Hinds County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Hinds County, MS would need approximately $2,903 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,966 per year ($4,164 per month). Hinds County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Hinds County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hinds County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Hinds County?
The average home value in Hinds County, MS is $151,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,389, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Hinds County compare to other areas?
You can compare Hinds County, MS with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Hinds 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