Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

Augusta vs Jackson

$75,000 salary · single filer · 2-bedroom apartment

Monthly take-home pay

Augusta$4,807

Jackson$4,865

2-bedroom rent (HUD FMR)

Augusta$1,261

Jackson$1,288

Left after rent

Augusta$3,546

Jackson$3,577

Thinking about moving from Augusta to Jackson on a $75k salary? On $75,000 a year, you take home $4,807/mo in Augusta and $4,865/mo in Jackson after taxes. Factor in a 2-bedroom apartment and you're left with $3,546/mo in Augusta vs $3,577/mo in Jackson. Numbers use 2026 tax brackets and HUD fair market rents. Treat them as a starting point, not financial advice.

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