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Cost of living in Jackson County, MS

Part of the Gulfport Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,982/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 144,437 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $972 33%
Federal tax $493 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $298 10%
Energy $197 7%
State tax $167 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Jackson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$922
per month
1 bedroom
$972
per month
2 bedroom
$1,094
per month
3 bedroom
$1,466
per month
4 bedroom
$1,823
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jackson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,756
per year
Individual earnings
$40,178
per year
Per capita
$34,116
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jackson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$181,700
Annual property tax
$1,332

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jackson 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 Jackson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.6%

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 Jackson 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 Jackson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.7 min
Drive alone
83.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jackson County

What it costs to live in Jackson County each month.

Single person
$2,982
per month
  • Rent $972
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $493
  • State tax $167
Couple
$4,173
per month
  • Rent $1,094
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $730
  • State tax $270
Family
$6,656
per month
  • Rent $1,466
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $730
  • State tax $270

Frequently asked questions about Jackson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jackson County?

In Jackson County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $972 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,094 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,466 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Jackson County?

In Jackson County, MS, the average household income is $64,756 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,178 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jackson County?

The estimated cost of living in Jackson County, MS is approximately $2,982 per month for a single person, $4,173 for a couple, $6,656 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jackson County?

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

Is Jackson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jackson County, MS would need approximately $2,982 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,756 per year ($5,396 per month). Jackson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jackson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jackson County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jackson County?

The average home value in Jackson County, MS is $181,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,332, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jackson County compare to other areas?

You can compare Jackson County, MS with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Jackson County is in the Gulfport-Biloxi, 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