Cost of Living in Union County, MS

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

Median Income

$55,970

Median Rent

$855/mo

Median Home

$144,900

Affordability

547

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$733
Property Tax$72
Insurance$48

Total Monthly$853
% of Income18.3%

Renting

Median Rent$855
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$880
% of Income18.3%

Living in Union County, Mississippi

Union County has a median household income of $55,970 with housing costs that represent 18.3% of income for owners and 18.3% 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.