Ashland, MS vs Lumberton, MS

Ashland, MS and Lumberton, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.8% difference in their overall index. Ashland scores 65 while Lumberton 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 Ashland is $775/month compared to $832/month in Lumberton — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ashland has cheaper rent, Lumberton actually has lower median home values ($78,000 vs $116,900).

Median household income in Ashland is $44,194 compared to $40,050 in Lumberton (+10.3%). While Ashland 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, less than the 24.9% in Lumberton.

Climate-wise, Lumberton is notably warmer with an average of 66.5°F compared to 59.6°F in Ashland. Lumberton receives more rainfall at 58.9" per year compared to 55.5" in Ashland.