Compare My CityCost of Living in Mississippi
We track 3 metro areas in Mississippi. The average of the 3 metros we track in Mississippi is 88.9 on the BEA's overall price index — 11.1% below the US average of 100. Hattiesburg, MS is the least expensive at 87.6, while Gulfport, MS is the most expensive at 90.0. Figures reflect 2024 data from the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Metro areas in Mississippi
| Metro | Overall RPP | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 90.0 | −10.0% |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 87.6 | −12.4% |
| Jackson, MS | 89.0 | −11.0% |