Diamondhead, MS vs Oxford, MS

Oxford is moderately more affordable than Diamondhead, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Diamondhead scores 98 compared to 92 for Oxford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Diamondhead 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 $1,093/month in Oxford — a 44% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oxford has cheaper rent, Diamondhead actually has lower median home values ($236,700 vs $333,400).

Median household income in Diamondhead is $86,208 compared to $59,901 in Oxford (+43.9%). While Diamondhead 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, less than the 21.9% in Oxford.

Climate-wise, Diamondhead is notably warmer with an average of 68.3°F compared to 59.6°F in Oxford. Diamondhead receives more rainfall at 62.8" per year compared to 55.5" in Oxford.