Beauregard, MS vs Columbus AFB, MS
There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Beauregard is 26.6% cheaper than Columbus AFB. With a cost index of 71 vs 97, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Beauregard to Columbus AFB should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.
Renters will find that Beauregard has a median rent of $1,071/month while Columbus AFB comes in at $1,344/month, a 20% difference.
Median household income in Beauregard is $52,750 compared to $75,952 in Columbus AFB (-30.5%). While Columbus AFB is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Beauregard spend roughly 24.4% of their income on rent, more than the 21.2% in Columbus AFB.
Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.2°F vs 63.6°F). Beauregard receives more rainfall at 60.6" per year compared to 57.7" in Columbus AFB.
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