Cost of Living in Fulton, MS

Get 300+ Local Insights for Any Address in Fulton, MS

Get Access to 300+ Local Data Points
A+
11%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
27%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Fulton Mississippi National
Cost of living8986100
Groceries9897100
Health care9395100
Housing7363100
Transportation9594100
Utilities9998100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9394100
Household Items9896100
Education & Childcare9694100
Does this Area Fit Your Budget? Local Insights Report
  • Know the community before you call it home
  • Compare multiple areas side by side
  • Access over 300 data points for any address
Local Insights Report

Homes For Sale In Fulton, MS

property for sale

18632 Old Highway 25 N

Fulton, MS
property for sale

112 Chatham St

Fulton, MS
property for sale

27 acres Pikeville Rd

, MS
property for sale

110 John Rankin Hwy

Fulton, MS
See the Newest Homes For Sale In Fulton, MS

Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Fulton is 4% higher than the Mississippi average
  • The cost of living in Fulton is 11% lower than the national average
  • Fulton housing is 27% lower than the national average
  • Mississippi general sales tax is 37% higher than the national average
  • Mississippi state income tax is 93% higher than the national average

Most Affordable Places to Live in and Around Fulton

See all the best places to live around Fulton

Compare Fulton, MS Cost of Living

City Image
    City Default Image
      vs
      How would you rate the cost of living in Fulton?
      Write a review to give others more information about this area.
      Is the cost of living increasing or decreasing in Fulton?
      Write a review to give others more information about this area.
      See all Fulton poll results

      The best places in Mississippi

      Here are the best places to live in MississippiThese are the largest cities in MississippiCheck out the 10 most dangerous cities in MississippiCheck out the 10 safest cities in Mississippi
      Best Places in Mississippi

      Salary Calculator

      This is how much you would need to earn in
      Price difference in compared to
      Cost of living index
      Groceries index
      Health care index
      Housing index
      Transportation index
      Utilities index
      Lifestyle index
      Household index
      Educare index

      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$86,225$7,185$2,012$2,587
      Renters$39,192$3,266$914$1,176
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Fulton, MS, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Fulton homeowners, is $86,225. This would allow for a maximum of $2,012 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $39,192 which would result in a maximum of $914 to be spent on rental costs.

      Mississippi Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Mississippi 7% 7.25%

      Mississippi Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Mississippi 5% 5%

      Nearby cities with low cost of living

      City Population Cost of Living Index National Avg.
      Smithville, MS6418118.6%
      Nettleton, MS2,5308217.5%
      Tremont, MS5188316.8%
      Plantersville, MS8158514.7%
      Mantachie, MS1,7908514.6%
      Fulton, MS4,1048910.7%

      Cities with similar population

      City Population Cost of Living Index National Avg.
      Southern Shops, SC4,1048317.2%
      Richwood, NJ4,10313838.0%
      Lake San Marcos, CA4,10217574.7%
      Pearl River, MS4,1027920.6%
      Weaverville, NC4,10212221.6%
      Fulton, MS4,1048910.7%
      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
      General
      For Professionals
      Follow Us
      AV on Twitter AV on Facebook
      © AreaVibes Inc. 2010-2026