The cheapest cities to live in Mississippi ranked by median rent, home values, and more.
| # | City | Median Rent | Median Income | Home Value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greenville, MS | $824 | $36,297 | $100,800 | 28,833 |
| 2 | Meridian, MS | $865 | $34,657 | $100,800 | 34,466 |
| 3 | Starkville, MS | $875 | $39,751 | $265,900 | 25,611 |
| 4 | Tupelo, MS | $940 | $66,314 | $201,300 | 37,825 |
| 5 | Hattiesburg, MS | $995 | $44,140 | $153,600 | 48,507 |
| 6 | Jackson, MS | $1,018 | $43,238 | $108,200 | 149,827 |
| 7 | Gulfport, MS | $1,030 | $46,044 | $167,100 | 72,533 |
| 8 | Biloxi, MS | $1,051 | $55,958 | $203,200 | 49,011 |
| 9 | Oxford, MS | $1,093 | $59,901 | $333,400 | 26,086 |
| 10 | Clinton, MS | $1,135 | $70,913 | $220,400 | 27,418 |
| 11 | Pearl, MS | $1,152 | $54,643 | $170,900 | 27,458 |
| 12 | Brandon, MS | $1,261 | $93,073 | $255,900 | 25,352 |
| 13 | Horn Lake, MS | $1,293 | $56,847 | $158,900 | 26,622 |
| 14 | Southaven, MS | $1,361 | $76,159 | $214,800 | 55,531 |
| 15 | Olive Branch, MS | $1,609 | $98,421 | $269,900 | 46,538 |
| 16 | Madison, MS | $1,798 | $120,918 | $334,700 | 27,775 |
Key Takeaways
- Greenville, MS ranks #1 with a median rent of $824.
- The top 5 cities are: Greenville, MS; Meridian, MS; Starkville, MS; Tupelo, MS; Hattiesburg, MS.
- Median household income in the #1 city is $36,297, with a population of 28,833.
Methodology
Rankings based on US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Only cities with population over 50,000 are included in national rankings. State rankings include all cities over 25,000. Data reflects the most recent available estimates.