Aberdeen, MS vs Itta Bena, MS

Aberdeen, MS and Itta Bena, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.2% difference in their overall index. Aberdeen scores 58 while Itta Bena scores 56 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Aberdeen is $633/month compared to $548/month in Itta Bena — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Itta Bena has cheaper rent, Aberdeen actually has lower median home values ($84,100 vs $100,200).

Median household income in Aberdeen is $40,732 compared to $32,898 in Itta Bena (+23.8%). While Aberdeen is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Aberdeen spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, less than the 20% in Itta Bena.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.6°F vs 64°F). Aberdeen receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 51.8" in Itta Bena.