Baldwyn, MS vs Lexington, MS

Baldwyn is moderately more affordable than Lexington, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Baldwyn scores 54 compared to 58 for Lexington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lexington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Baldwyn is $481/month compared to $629/month in Lexington — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Baldwyn has cheaper rent, Lexington actually has lower median home values ($90,300 vs $94,000).

Median household income in Baldwyn is $43,333 compared to $39,375 in Lexington (+10.1%). Baldwyn offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Baldwyn spend roughly 13.3% of their income on rent, less than the 19.2% in Lexington.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.6°F vs 64°F). Baldwyn receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 51.8" in Lexington.