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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Greenville, MS — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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You'd spend $2.9K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $185.1K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 39.0%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,924
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$35.1K
Per year

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

Greenville, MS

Population:28K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$47K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:139
Median Home:$414K

Greenville, MS

The Magnolia State

28K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Mississippi, this city has a population of 28K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • •Fastest growing major city
  • •Desert metropolis
  • •Spring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Greenville, MS vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 94.5%
Greenville, MS
$1,434
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$1,355
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🚗Transportation
↑ 38.7%
Greenville, MS
$1,073
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$416
more
📦Other
↑ 16.1%
Greenville, MS
$1,445
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$232
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 20.3%
Greenville, MS
$489
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$99.24
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 10.4%
Greenville, MS
$873
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$90.48
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 13.9%
Greenville, MS
$493
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$68.67
more

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$514
To$1,390
↑ $876
1 Bed
From$609
To$1,510
↑ $901
2 Bed
From$668
To$1,750
↑ $1,082
3 Bed
From$932
To$2,330
↑ $1,398
Greenville, MSZIP-level data

1BR range: $770–$890/mo

Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300–$2,380/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.

$5,807
Monthly in Greenville, MS
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$2,261
Difference

Home Values

Greenville
Phoenix
$47K
Median Value
$414K
↓ -24.6%
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
↓ -46.6%
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
$42K - $51K
Price Range
$274K - $957K

Homes in Phoenix are 782% more expensive than Greenville

Calculate payment - GreenvilleCalculate payment - Phoenix

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $2.1K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$176
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.4%
Rate difference

Greenville, 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

Phoenix, AZ

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arizona State Tax
Effective: 3.5%
$5.2K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 28.2%
$42.2K
Take-Home Pay
$8,979/month
$107.8K

Additional Tax Information

Greenville, MS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.6%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

💡 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

Greenville
Phoenix
55 Moderate
Air Quality
77 Moderate
34.4%
Good Air Days
9%
99 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
🌊🌡🫨
Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
54 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
54 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

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

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