Diamondhead, MS vs Madison, MS

Diamondhead is moderately more affordable than Madison, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Diamondhead scores 98 compared to 113 for Madison, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Madison can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Diamondhead is $1,571/month compared to $1,798/month in Madison — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Diamondhead is more affordable at $236,700 median vs $334,700.

Median household income in Diamondhead is $86,208 compared to $120,918 in Madison (-28.7%). While Madison is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Diamondhead spend roughly 21.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.8% in Madison.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (68.3°F vs 66°F). Diamondhead receives more rainfall at 62.8" per year compared to 51.3" in Madison.