Baldwyn, MS vs St. Martin, MS
There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Baldwyn is 29.8% cheaper than St. Martin. With a cost index of 54 vs 77, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Baldwyn to St. Martin should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.
On the housing front, median rent in Baldwyn is $481/month compared to $1,040/month in St. Martin — a 54% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Baldwyn is more affordable at $94,000 median vs $171,300.
Median household income in Baldwyn is $43,333 compared to $53,488 in St. Martin (-19%). The higher salaries in St. Martin partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Baldwyn spend roughly 13.3% of their income on rent, less than the 23.3% in St. Martin.
Climate-wise, St. Martin is notably warmer with an average of 68.3°F compared to 63.6°F in Baldwyn. St. Martin receives more rainfall at 62.8" per year compared to 57.7" in Baldwyn.
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