Amory, MS vs Natchez, MS

Amory, MS and Natchez, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Amory scores 66 while Natchez scores 63 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 Amory is $769/month compared to $745/month in Natchez — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Natchez is more affordable at $114,100 median vs $140,700.

Median household income in Amory is $51,592 compared to $35,613 in Natchez (+44.9%). While Amory is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Amory spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, less than the 25.1% in Natchez.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.6°F vs 66°F). Amory receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 57.1" in Natchez.