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Cost of living in Winston County, MS

Estimated monthly cost
$2,678/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,609 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $353 13%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $298 11%
Energy $197 7%
State tax $132 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Winston County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$807
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,232
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Winston County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,071
per year
Individual earnings
$31,651
per year
Per capita
$28,856
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Winston County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$121,200
Annual property tax
$785

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Winston 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 Winston County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.7%

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 Winston 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 Winston County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.0 min
Drive alone
84.4%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
2.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Winston County

What it costs to live in Winston County each month.

Single person
$2,678
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $298
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $353
  • State tax $132
Couple
$3,694
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $494
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $478
  • State tax $204
Family
$6,104
per month
  • Rent $1,232
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $749
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $478
  • State tax $204

Frequently asked questions about Winston County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Winston County?

In Winston County, MS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,232 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Winston County?

In Winston County, MS, the average household income is $49,071 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,651 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Winston County?

The estimated cost of living in Winston County, MS is approximately $2,678 per month for a single person, $3,694 for a couple, $6,104 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Winston County?

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

Is Winston County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Winston County, MS would need approximately $2,678 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,071 per year ($4,089 per month). Winston County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Winston County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Winston County, MS is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Winston County?

The average home value in Winston County, MS is $121,200, with average annual property taxes of $785, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Winston 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