Housekeeping Help for Seniors in Mississippi State, MS
Light housekeeping, laundry, changing beds and keeping the home safe and tidy for an older adult who lives there. Post what you need in Mississippi State for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Senior Housekeeping in Mississippi State, MS: the local picture
About 0 Mississippi State residents 65 or older have difficulty doing errands alone (—; 14% in Oktibbeha County); housework usually becomes hard around the same time.
0 Mississippi State households headed by someone 65+ own their home and 0 rent. In a house, say whether you also need help with stairs, the yard or the garage; those are often separate jobs.
Mississippi State compared with Oktibbeha County and Mississippi
| Census figure | Mississippi State | Oktibbeha County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 12% | 17% |
Older residents in towns around Mississippi State
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Errand difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starkville, MS | 2.2 mi | 2,917 | 14% |
| West Point, MS | 13 mi | 1,985 | 10% |
| Columbus, MS | 23 mi | 4,787 | 12% |
| New Hope, MS | 26 mi | 484 | 8.9% |
| Macon, MS | 26 mi | 412 | 39% |
| Louisville, MS | 27 mi | 1,340 | 21% |
What a caregiver for housekeeping can help with
- Dusting, vacuuming and mopping
- Laundry, ironing and changing beds
- Kitchen and bathroom cleaning
- Taking out trash and recycling
What housekeeping help costs in Mississippi State
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for housekeeping
Housekeeping help is non-medical and often comes alongside companionship or meal help. Heavy cleaning, deep cleaning, moving furniture and yard work are usually separate jobs, so say in your posting exactly what you need.
Questions worth asking: Which household tasks will you do, and which not? Do you bring your own supplies? Can you combine housekeeping with company or meals? More in our senior housekeeping guide.
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Senior Housekeeping in Mississippi State: common questions
How much does housekeeping help cost in Mississippi State?
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
Is a housekeeper the same as a caregiver?
Not always. A housekeeper cleans; a caregiver may also give company, meals and personal care. Many caregivers on CaregiverConnect do light housekeeping as part of their visits.
More senior care near Mississippi State
Senior Housekeeping in nearby cities
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- Senior Housekeeping in West Point, MS
- Senior Housekeeping in Columbus, MS
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Other care in Mississippi State
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- Home Health Aides in Mississippi State
- Nursing Assistants in Mississippi State
- Personal Care in Mississippi State
- Overnight Caregivers in Mississippi State
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- Parkinson’s Care in Mississippi State
- Stroke Recovery Support in Mississippi State
- Disability Care for Adults in Mississippi State
- Hospice Support in Mississippi State
- Senior Meal Preparation in Mississippi State
- Medication Reminders in Mississippi State
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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