Cost of Living in Lucedale, MS

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14%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
39%
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 Lucedale Mississippi National
Cost of living8686100
Groceries9797100
Health care9395100
Housing6163100
Transportation9794100
Utilities10198100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9894100
Household Items9696100
Education & Childcare9294100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Lucedale is equal to the Mississippi average
  • The cost of living in Lucedale is 14% lower than the national average
  • Lucedale housing is 39% 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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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$67,491$5,624$1,575$2,025
      Renters$0$0$0$0

      Mississippi Sales Tax

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

      Mississippi Income Tax

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      Mississippi 5% 5%

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      McLain, MS3407821.5%
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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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