Clarksdale, MS vs Greenville, MS

Clarksdale is moderately more affordable than Greenville, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Clarksdale scores 62 compared to 65 for Greenville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Greenville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clarksdale is $762/month compared to $824/month in Greenville — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clarksdale is more affordable at $84,200 median vs $100,800.

Median household income in Clarksdale is $35,210 compared to $36,297 in Greenville (-3%). The higher salaries in Greenville partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Clarksdale spend roughly 26% of their income on rent, less than the 27.2% in Greenville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 64°F). Greenville receives more rainfall at 49" per year compared to 49" in Clarksdale.