Courtland, MS vs Water Valley, MS

Water Valley is moderately more affordable than Courtland, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Courtland scores 66 compared to 59 for Water Valley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Courtland 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 $592/month in Water Valley — a 49% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Water Valley has cheaper rent, Courtland actually has lower median home values ($97,800 vs $111,000).

Median household income in Courtland is $47,167 compared to $47,167 in Water Valley. Looking at affordability, residents of Courtland spend roughly 22.4% of their income on rent, more than the 15.1% in Water Valley.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (59.6°F vs 59.6°F). Water Valley receives more rainfall at 55.5" per year compared to 55.5" in Courtland.