Byram, MS vs Oxford, MS

Byram is moderately more affordable than Oxford, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Byram scores 86 compared to 92 for Oxford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Oxford can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Byram is $1,318/month compared to $1,093/month in Oxford — a 21% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oxford has cheaper rent, Byram actually has lower median home values ($177,200 vs $333,400).

Median household income in Byram is $74,103 compared to $59,901 in Oxford (+23.7%). Byram offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Byram spend roughly 21.3% of their income on rent, less than the 21.9% in Oxford.

Climate-wise, Byram is notably warmer with an average of 66°F compared to 59.6°F in Oxford. Oxford receives more rainfall at 55.5" per year compared to 51.3" in Byram.