Ashland, MS vs Ecru, MS

Ashland is moderately more affordable than Ecru, with a 10% lower cost of living index. Ashland scores 65 compared to 72 for Ecru, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ecru can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashland is $775/month compared to $808/month in Ecru — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashland is more affordable at $116,900 median vs $200,900.

Median household income in Ashland is $44,194 compared to $68,500 in Ecru (-35.5%). While Ecru is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashland spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Ecru.

Climate-wise, Ecru is notably warmer with an average of 63.6°F compared to 59.6°F in Ashland. Ecru receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 55.5" in Ashland.