Algoma, MS vs Poplarville, MS

Poplarville is moderately more affordable than Algoma, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Algoma scores 76 compared to 72 for Poplarville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Algoma can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Algoma is $910/month compared to $901/month in Poplarville — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Poplarville is more affordable at $164,500 median vs $201,500.

Median household income in Algoma is $60,000 compared to $65,147 in Poplarville (-7.9%). Poplarville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Algoma spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 16.6% in Poplarville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.6°F vs 66.5°F). Poplarville receives more rainfall at 58.9" per year compared to 57.7" in Algoma.