Forest, MS Cost of Living


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United States / Mississippi / No Metro Area / Scott County / Forest / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Forest, Mississippi?
$1,650 / month
for a family, 69.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $19,800 for the year for a family.
$2,200 / month
for a single person, 53.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,400 for the year for a single person.

Forest cost of living score
71.5
Less expensive
28.5% lower
than the US average
9.1% lower
than the Mississippi average
Forest, Mississippi gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.5% lower than the U.S. average and 9.1% higher than the average for Mississippi.

Forest, MS

Housing costs in Forest?
A typical home costs $103,000, which is 69.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.7% less expensive than the average Mississippi home, at $155,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Forest costs $770 per month, which is 46.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 15.6% cheaper than the state average of $890.

Can I afford Forest?
To live comfortably in Forest, Mississippi, a minimum annual income of $19,800 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Forest?
The cost of living in Forest, MS is very affordable. Home prices are generally quite low and the median home cost is only around $85,000. Rent is also typically quite low, with the average 2-bedroom apartment costing only around $600 per month. Groceries and other everyday items also tend to be relatively inexpensive in Forest, making it a great place to live for those on a budget. Overall, the cost of living in Forest is much lower than many other towns and cities in the surrounding area, making it an attractive option for those looking to save money.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesForestMississippiUnited States
    Unlock78.7100.0
  93.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock101.9100.0
  23.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$155,300$338,100
  100.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock83.4100.0
  52.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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