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Cost of living in Jasper County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,653/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,211 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $775 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $387 15%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $298 11%
Energy $197 7%
State tax $141 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Jasper County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$770
per month
1 bedroom
$775
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,238
per month
4 bedroom
$1,242
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jasper County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,157
per year
Individual earnings
$33,759
per year
Per capita
$24,538
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jasper County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$118,600
Annual property tax
$710

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jasper 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 Jasper County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.9%

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 Jasper 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 Jasper County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.7 min
Drive alone
90.7%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
1.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jasper County

What it costs to live in Jasper County each month.

Single person
$2,653
per month
  • Rent $775
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $387
  • State tax $141
Couple
$3,658
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $450
  • State tax $196
Family
$6,074
per month
  • Rent $1,238
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $450
  • State tax $196

Frequently asked questions about Jasper County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jasper County?

In Jasper County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $775 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,238 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Jasper County?

In Jasper County, MS, the average household income is $47,157 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,759 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jasper County?

The estimated cost of living in Jasper County, MS is approximately $2,653 per month for a single person, $3,658 for a couple, $6,074 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jasper County?

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

Is Jasper County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jasper County, MS would need approximately $2,653 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,157 per year ($3,930 per month). Jasper County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jasper County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jasper County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jasper County?

The average home value in Jasper County, MS is $118,600, with average annual property taxes of $710, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jasper County compare to other areas?

You can compare Jasper County, MS with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Jasper County is in the Laurel, 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