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Cost of living in Issaquena County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,459/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,095 · 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%
Federal tax $233 9%
Energy $197 8%
State tax $101 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Issaquena 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 Issaquena County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$29,271
per year
Individual earnings
$24,130
per year
Per capita
$13,843
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Issaquena County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$90,700
Annual property tax
$314

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Issaquena 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 Issaquena County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.2%

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 Issaquena 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 Issaquena County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.0 min
Drive alone
76.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
0.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Issaquena County

What it costs to live in Issaquena County each month.

Single person
$2,459
per month
  • Rent $775
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $233
  • State tax $101
Couple
$3,321
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $187
  • State tax $122
Family
$5,664
per month
  • Rent $1,165
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $187
  • State tax $122

Frequently asked questions about Issaquena County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Issaquena County?

In Issaquena 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 Issaquena County?

In Issaquena County, MS, the average household income is $29,271 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $24,130 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Issaquena County?

The estimated cost of living in Issaquena County, MS is approximately $2,459 per month for a single person, $3,321 for a couple, $5,664 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Issaquena County?

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

Is Issaquena County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Issaquena County, MS would need approximately $2,459 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $29,271 per year ($2,439 per month). Issaquena County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Issaquena County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Issaquena County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Issaquena County?

The average home value in Issaquena County, MS is $90,700, with average annual property taxes of $314, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Issaquena 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