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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Clinton, MS — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Baton Rouge, LA area

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You'd spend $923/month more in Raleigh, NC

$150.0K in your current city equals $161.1K in Raleigh, NC

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 12.3%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$923
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$11.1K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Clinton, MS

Population:27K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$232K

Raleigh, NC

Population:474K
Cost Index:112
Median Home:$512K

Clinton, MS

The Magnolia State

27K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Mississippi, this city has a population of 27K residents.

Raleigh, NC

The Tar Heel State

474K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • •Research Triangle
  • •State capital
  • •Major university town

Major Industries

TechnologyResearchEducationGovernment

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Clinton, MS vs Raleigh, NC

🏠Housing
↑ 35.6%
Clinton, MS
$1,820
Raleigh, NC
$2,469
Difference
$648
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 31.0%
Clinton, MS
$459
Raleigh, NC
$601
Difference
$142
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 8.8%
Clinton, MS
$1,180
Raleigh, NC
$1,284
Difference
$104
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 15.3%
Clinton, MS
$474
Raleigh, NC
$546
Difference
$72.63
more
📦Other
↑ 2.3%
Clinton, MS
$1,668
Raleigh, NC
$1,707
Difference
$39.17
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 1.6%
Clinton, MS
$944
Raleigh, NC
$959
Difference
$14.97
more

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$908
To$1,570
↑ $662
1 Bed
From$908
To$1,640
↑ $732
2 Bed
From$1,069
To$1,800
↑ $731
3 Bed
From$1,283
To$2,255
↑ $972
Clinton, MSZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,060–$1,190/mo

Raleigh, NCZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,400–$1,880/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,545
Monthly in Clinton, MS
$7,567
Monthly in Raleigh, NC
$1,022
Difference

Home Values

Clinton
Raleigh
$232K
Median Value
$512K
↑ +2.1%
YoY Change
↓ -0.5%
↑ +28.3%
5-Year Change
↑ +38.2%
$232K
Price Range
$314K - $992K

Homes in Raleigh are 121% more expensive than Clinton

Calculate payment - ClintonCalculate payment - Raleigh

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $225
Per year
Monthly Difference
$18.75
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.2%
Rate difference

Clinton, MS

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Mississippi State Tax
Effective: 4.9%
$7.3K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,803/month
$105.6K

Raleigh, NC

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
North Carolina State Tax
Effective: 4.8%
$7.1K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.4%
$44.1K
Take-Home Pay
$8,822/month
$105.9K

Additional Tax Information

Clinton, MS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.6%

Raleigh, NC Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.8%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Clinton
Raleigh
51 Moderate
Air Quality
46 Good
48.9%
Good Air Days
61.7%
98 High
Climate Risk
96 High
🌊🌀🌡
Top Hazards
🌊🌡🌪
▲+2.2°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
51 days
Heat Days >95°F
31 days
▲+2.2°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
51 days
Heat Days >95°F
31 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Mississippi and North Carolina on TaxTakeHome.com

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