Aberdeen, MS vs Tutwiler, MS

Aberdeen is moderately more affordable than Tutwiler, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Aberdeen scores 58 compared to 64 for Tutwiler, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tutwiler can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Aberdeen is $633/month compared to $922/month in Tutwiler — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Aberdeen has cheaper rent, Tutwiler actually has lower median home values ($59,900 vs $84,100).

Median household income in Aberdeen is $40,732 compared to $33,836 in Tutwiler (+20.4%). Aberdeen offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Aberdeen spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, less than the 32.7% in Tutwiler. The Aberdeen ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

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 Tutwiler.