What it actually costs to live in
Montgomery County, MS.
Living wage breakdown for Montgomery County, Mississippi — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $14.51 | $30,188 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $22.84 | $47,513 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $30.83 | $64,127 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $38.65 | $80,383 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $19.86 | $41,300 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $28.23 | $58,721 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $35.92 | $74,721 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $43.44 | $90,356 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $8,198 | $683 |
| Food | $4,139 | $345 |
| Medical | $3,202 | $267 |
| Transportation | $4,788 | $399 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $1,956 | $163 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,471 | $206 |
| Taxes | $5,434 | $453 |
| Total | $30,188 | $2,516 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$14.51/hr
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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