Cost of Living in Forrest County, MS

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

Median Income

$49,340

Median Rent

$911/mo

Median Home

$144,000

Affordability

465

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$728
Property Tax$109
Insurance$48

Total Monthly$885
% of Income21.5%

Renting

Median Rent$911
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$936
% of Income22.2%

Living in Forrest County, Mississippi

Forrest County has a median household income of $49,340 with housing costs that represent 21.5% of income for owners and 22.2% 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.