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Ackerman, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Choctaw County County
2.7
/5.0
C+
Fair
1,906
Population
836/sq mi density
$47,917
Median Income
$24,656 per capita
$131,000
Home Value
$134,620 Zillow
$658
Median Rent
28.8% income on rent
64°F
Avg Temperature
304 sunny days/yr
139
Violent Crime/100K
2,703 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$47,917 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,000 home value, $658/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
139 violent crimes/100K
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
87.0
Below national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$658
43% below US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$1,840
47% below US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$751
per month
1 Bedroom
$782
per month
2 Bedroom
$924
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,177
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,295
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$510/mo
$6,120/year
Toddler (Center)
$464/mo
$5,568/year
Preschool (Center)
$464/mo
$5,568/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $217.50 |
| Specialist Visit | $304.50 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $174.00 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,914.00 |
| Dental Cleaning | $113.10 |
| Dental Filling | $217.50 |
| Root Canal | $870.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,044.00 |
| Tooth Extraction | $217.50 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,305.00 |
| Teeth Whitening | $435.00 |
| Dental Implant | $3,480.00 |
| Eye Exam | $174.00 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $304.50 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $217.50 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,175.00 per eye |
| X-Ray | $217.50 |
| MRI | $1,305.00 |
| CT Scan | $1,044.00 |
| Ultrasound | $348.00 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $130.50 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $130.50 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $65.25 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $217.50 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $152.25 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $261.00 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,175.00 |
| Mammogram | $261.00 |
| Knee Replacement | $30,450.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $27,840.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,045.00 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $21,750.00 |
| Appendectomy | $13,050.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $19,140.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $11,310.00 |
| Flu Shot | $34.80 |
| COVID Test | $87.00 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $13.05 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $217.50 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,044.00 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $39.15 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $65.25 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $261.00 |
| Tire Rotation | $34.80 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $522.00 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $174.00 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,610.00 |
| AC Repair | $435.00 |
| Windshield Replacement | $304.50 |
| Wheel Alignment | $87.00 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $174.00 |
| Alternator Replacement | $435.00 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $609.00 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $174.00 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.35 per mile |
| State Inspection | $26.10 |
| Emissions Test | $43.50 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $87.00 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $87.00 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $78.30 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $348.00 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,090.00 |
| Roof Repair | $870.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $7,830.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,175.00 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,045.00 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $174.00 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $435.00 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $152.25 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $43.50 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $130.50 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $696.00 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $174.00 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $261.00 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,350.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $26,100.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $10,440.00 |
| Flooring Install | $6.96 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $565.50 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $26.10 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,044.00 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,305.00 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $348.00 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,305.00 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,050.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,350.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,305.00 |
| Will Preparation | $435.00 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,175.00 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,740.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $261.00 |
| LLC Formation | $435.00 |
| Immigration Consultation | $261.00 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,610.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $28.71 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $21.75 |
| Women's Haircut | $47.85 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $130.50 |
| Manicure | $21.75 |
| Pedicure | $34.80 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $69.60 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $87.00 |
| Gym Membership | $43.50 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $60.90 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $13.05 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.48 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $217.50 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.57 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.05 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.31 |
| Chicken Breast | $3.92 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $4.79 per lb |
| Rice | $0.87 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.57 per lb |
| Apples | $1.57 per lb |
| Coffee | $6.53 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.05 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $8.70 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $15.66 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $52.20 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $15.66 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $4.79 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $8.70 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $13.05 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $7.40 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $21.75 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $43.50 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $121.80 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $60.90 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $60.90 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $60.90 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $56.55 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $73.95 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $30.45 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,740.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $174.00 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,740.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $60.90 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $13.05 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $87.00 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $26.10 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $43.50 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $348.00 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,044.00 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $870.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $348.00 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $43.50 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $870.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $10,875.00 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,480.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $8,700.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $52.20 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $87.00 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $52.20 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $34.80 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $261.00 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $174.00 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $696.00 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $348.00 |
| Microchipping | $43.50 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 87.0 |
| Median Rent | $658 |
| Rent Burden | 28.8% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,840 |
| FMR Studio | $751 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $782 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $924 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,177 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $1,295 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $510 |
| Toddler (Center) | $464 |
| Preschool (Center) | $464 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $47,917 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,656 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,693 |