Courtland, MS vs Lucedale, MS

Courtland is moderately more affordable than Lucedale, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Courtland scores 66 compared to 71 for Lucedale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lucedale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Courtland is $880/month compared to $919/month in Lucedale — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Courtland is more affordable at $97,800 median vs $151,200.

Median household income in Courtland is $47,167 compared to $38,468 in Lucedale (+22.6%). Courtland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Courtland spend roughly 22.4% of their income on rent, less than the 28.7% in Lucedale.

Climate-wise, Lucedale is notably warmer with an average of 67.6°F compared to 59.6°F in Courtland. Lucedale receives more rainfall at 67.1" per year compared to 55.5" in Courtland.