Canton, MS vs Ellisville, MS

Ellisville is moderately more affordable than Canton, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Canton scores 69 compared to 64 for Ellisville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Canton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Canton is $949/month compared to $797/month in Ellisville — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ellisville is more affordable at $97,000 median vs $111,800.

Median household income in Canton is $34,812 compared to $32,853 in Ellisville (+6%). The higher salaries in Canton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Canton spend roughly 32.7% of their income on rent, more than the 29.1% in Ellisville. The Ellisville ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (65.4°F vs 66.5°F). Ellisville receives more rainfall at 58.9" per year compared to 57.3" in Canton.