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Cost of living in Wilkinson County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,711/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,376 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $775 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $434 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $298 11%
Energy $197 7%
State tax $152 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$35,930
per year
Individual earnings
$36,593
per year
Per capita
$22,017
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wilkinson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$80,200
Annual property tax
$691

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.6%

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 Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.4 min
Drive alone
80.6%
Public transit
1.8%
Work from home
10.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wilkinson County

What it costs to live in Wilkinson County each month.

Single person
$2,711
per month
  • Rent $775
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $434
  • State tax $152
Couple
$3,447
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $285
  • State tax $150
Family
$5,790
per month
  • Rent $1,165
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $285
  • State tax $150

Frequently asked questions about Wilkinson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wilkinson County?

In Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County?

In Wilkinson County, MS, the average household income is $35,930 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,593 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wilkinson County?

The estimated cost of living in Wilkinson County, MS is approximately $2,711 per month for a single person, $3,447 for a couple, $5,790 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wilkinson County?

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

Is Wilkinson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wilkinson County, MS would need approximately $2,711 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $35,930 per year ($2,994 per month). Wilkinson County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wilkinson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wilkinson County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wilkinson County?

The average home value in Wilkinson County, MS is $80,200, with average annual property taxes of $691, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wilkinson 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