Crystal Springs, MS vs Raymond, MS

Crystal Springs is moderately more affordable than Raymond, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Crystal Springs scores 60 compared to 69 for Raymond, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Raymond can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crystal Springs is $689/month compared to $689/month in Raymond — a 0% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Raymond has cheaper rent, Crystal Springs actually has lower median home values ($88,300 vs $206,000).

Median household income in Crystal Springs is $42,990 compared to $46,875 in Raymond (-8.3%). The higher salaries in Raymond partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Crystal Springs spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, more than the 17.6% in Raymond.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66°F vs 66°F). Raymond receives more rainfall at 51.3" per year compared to 51.3" in Crystal Springs.