Cruger, MS vs Woodville, MS

Woodville is moderately more affordable than Cruger, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Cruger scores 66 compared to 62 for Woodville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cruger can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cruger is $933/month compared to $715/month in Woodville — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Woodville has cheaper rent, Cruger actually has lower median home values ($74,200 vs $102,500).

Median household income in Cruger is $30,313 compared to $31,827 in Woodville (-4.8%). Woodville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cruger spend roughly 36.9% of their income on rent, more than the 27% in Woodville. The Woodville ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, Woodville is notably warmer with an average of 68.5°F compared to 64°F in Cruger. Woodville receives more rainfall at 61.9" per year compared to 51.8" in Cruger.