Cost of Living in Noxapater, MS

With a cost of living index of 65, Noxapater, MS is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 35% cheaper than the national average and 6% below the Mississippi state average of 71. Noxapater is a small community of 536 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Noxapater's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $850 (36% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $89,000 (71% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Noxapater is $49,861, which is 34% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 20% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Noxapater. The area sees an average annual temperature of 65.9°F, with summers averaging 82°F and winters around 50°F. Annual rainfall totals 54.8 inches spread over roughly 121 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.