Cost of Living in Bolivar County, MS

What does it cost to live in Bolivar County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$37,845

Median Rent

$698/mo

Median Home

$118,200

Affordability

439

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$598
Property Tax$81
Insurance$39

Total Monthly$718
% of Income22.8%

Renting

Median Rent$698
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$723
% of Income22.1%

Living in Bolivar County, Mississippi

Bolivar County has a median household income of $37,845 with housing costs that represent 22.8% of income for owners and 22.1% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.