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Cost of living in Tallahatchie County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,709/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,363 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $378 14%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $298 11%
Energy $197 7%
State tax $138 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Tallahatchie County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$807
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,217
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Tallahatchie County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$37,383
per year
Individual earnings
$33,174
per year
Per capita
$22,998
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Tallahatchie County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$82,200
Annual property tax
$495

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Tallahatchie 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 Tallahatchie County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.4%

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 Tallahatchie 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 Tallahatchie County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.6 min
Drive alone
80.1%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
8.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Tallahatchie County

What it costs to live in Tallahatchie County each month.

Single person
$2,709
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $138
Couple
$3,475
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $307
  • State tax $156
Family
$5,870
per month
  • Rent $1,217
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $307
  • State tax $156

Frequently asked questions about Tallahatchie County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Tallahatchie County?

In Tallahatchie County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,217 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Tallahatchie County?

In Tallahatchie County, MS, the average household income is $37,383 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,174 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Tallahatchie County?

The estimated cost of living in Tallahatchie County, MS is approximately $2,709 per month for a single person, $3,475 for a couple, $5,870 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Tallahatchie County?

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

Is Tallahatchie County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Tallahatchie County, MS would need approximately $2,709 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $37,383 per year ($3,115 per month). Tallahatchie County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Tallahatchie County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Tallahatchie County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Tallahatchie County?

The average home value in Tallahatchie County, MS is $82,200, with average annual property taxes of $495, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Tallahatchie 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