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Cost of Living in Sidon, MS

Population: 133 | Mississippi

78
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Sidon is 22% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
26
Home Values
90
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Sidon, MS: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 78, Sidon, MS is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 22% cheaper than the national average and 7% above the Mississippi state average of 71. Sidon is a small community of 133 residents.

The median household income in Sidon is $15,000, which is 80% lower than the national median of $75,149. 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 Sidon. The area sees an average annual temperature of 64°F, with summers averaging 81°F and winters around 47°F. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches spread over roughly 107 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

Everyday prices in the Jackson, MS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.

Income

Median Household Income
$15,000
vs US Median ($75,149)
-80%

Housing

Median Home Value
$80,000
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$463/mo

Everyday Prices in Sidon

BLS Average Prices for the Jackson, MS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.90
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-6% vs US
🥚
$2.36
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-6% vs US
🥛
$3.80
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-6% vs US
🍞
$1.75
Bread (white)
per lb
-6% vs US
🍗
$3.91
Chicken breast
per lb
-6% vs US
$0.16
Electricity
per kWh
-16% vs US

Climate in Sidon

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

64°F
Avg Temperature
51.8"
Rainfall / Year
107d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 54 59 67 75 83 89 92 92 87 77 66 57
Avg °F 44 48 56 64 72 79 82 81 76 65 54 47
Low °F 35 38 45 53 62 69 72 70 64 52 42 37
Rain" 4.5 5.0 4.8 5.8 4.4 3.7 3.8 3.2 3.8 3.4 3.9 5.3

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