Ashland, MS vs Pelahatchie, MS

Ashland, MS and Pelahatchie, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Ashland scores 65 while Pelahatchie scores 68 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 $718/month in Pelahatchie — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pelahatchie has cheaper rent, Ashland actually has lower median home values ($116,900 vs $183,300).

Median household income in Ashland is $44,194 compared to $52,957 in Pelahatchie (-16.5%). While Pelahatchie 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 16.3% in Pelahatchie.

Climate-wise, Pelahatchie is notably warmer with an average of 65.4°F compared to 59.6°F in Ashland. Pelahatchie receives more rainfall at 57.3" per year compared to 55.5" in Ashland.