Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
Average Rent in Mississippi
State median gross rent by county, city, and ZIP code. Census ACS 5-Year estimates.
Average Rent in Mississippi and Neighbouring States
How Mississippi Compares to Other States
Median gross rent ranked against all 51 states and DC.
Higher rent than 10% of states · 47th of 51
| # | State | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $2,036 |
| 2 | Hawaii | $1,971 |
| 3 | District of Columbia | $1,954 |
| … 43 more … | ||
| 47 | Mississippi(you are here) | $954 |
| … 1 more … | ||
| 49 | Arkansas | $947 |
| 50 | South Dakota | $946 |
| 51 | West Virginia | $872 |
Highest & Lowest Average Rent by County
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DeSoto County | $1,451 |
| 2 | Rankin County | $1,270 |
| 3 | Madison County | $1,186 |
| 80 | Holmes County | $590 |
| 81 | Jefferson County | $448 |
| 82 | Issaquena County | $339 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, median gross rent ranges from $238 to $2,254/month across counties, cities, and ZIP codes, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Browse the geographies below to find specific rent data for your area.
What does "median gross rent" mean?
Median gross rent is the midpoint of all rent payments in an area, including rent plus utilities. It gives a more complete picture of housing costs than contract rent alone, since it includes the cost of utilities like electricity, gas, and water.
Where does this rent data come from?
This data comes from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of survey data for more reliable figures, especially in smaller geographies.
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