Cost of Living in Brandon, MS
Population: 25,352 • 2026 Data
$93,073
Median Household Income
+20% vs national
$1,261
Median Monthly Rent
-6% vs national
$255,900
Median Home Value
-25% vs national
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brandon
The median home value in Brandon, MS is $255,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,261, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,325.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brandon, MS is $93,073. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8%, with a labor force of 12,316 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.