Cost of Living in Noxubee County, Mississippi
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Noxubee County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Noxubee County ranks #1,735 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 45%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Noxubee County, Mississippi
Noxubee's tight budgets, low rents
Noxubee County's rent-to-income ratio of 18.2% beats the national average despite having the lowest median household income in this comparison at just $38,814. The county's $590 median rent is the cheapest among all eight counties, reflecting a cost structure aligned with very limited local earning power.
Affordable rents, challenging incomes
Noxubee's 18.2% rent-to-income ratio slightly exceeds Mississippi's state average of 19.6%, but the county's $590 median rent is the lowest in the comparison. For residents with the state's weakest median income ($38,814), even affordable housing requires careful budgeting.
Cheapest rents in the regional cluster
Noxubee's $590 rent is notably lower than all neighboring counties: Montgomery charges $682, Newton $722, and others higher still. The trade-off: Noxubee also has the lowest median household income in the region at $38,814, limiting earning potential despite low housing costs.
Lowest income, lowest rent equation
Noxubee households earn $38,814 annually and pay $590 in median rent, consuming 18.2% of income—technically sustainable, but with minimal financial buffer. Homeownership proves slightly costlier at $612 monthly, yet still affordable given the constraints of the local economy.
For minimum housing costs only
Noxubee offers Mississippi's lowest rents at $590 monthly, but consider that it also has the region's lowest median income at $38,814. This county suits cost-minimizers with flexible work or retirees living on fixed income; those seeking higher earnings should explore neighboring counties with stronger job markets.
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Affordability Verdict
For renters in Noxubee County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $590/month in gross rent, with 45.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Noxubee County pay $590/month on average, compared to $612/month for homeowners. This market favors renters by about 4%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $23,600/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $26,229/year. With a median household income of $38,814, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 45.0% of renter households in Noxubee County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Humphreys County where rent averages $643/month, Noxubee County is approximately 8% less expensive.
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Rent Burden
18.2%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$906
per month
Owner Cost Burden
18.9%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Noxubee County
Median home value is $85,200. Estimated monthly cost: $680 vs. your max of $906.
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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