Cost of Living in Lauderdale, MS

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5%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
100%
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 Lauderdale Mississippi National
Cost of living9586100
Groceries9897100
Health care9695100
Housingn/a63100
Transportation9794100
Utilities9798100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9094100
Household Items9496100
Education & Childcare9594100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Lauderdale is 11% higher than the Mississippi average
  • The cost of living in Lauderdale is 5% lower than the national average
  • Lauderdale housing is 17% 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

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      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.
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