Dumas, MS vs Tunica, MS

Dumas is moderately more affordable than Tunica, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Dumas scores 61 compared to 66 for Tunica, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tunica can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dumas is $675/month compared to $621/month in Tunica — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Tunica has cheaper rent, Dumas actually has lower median home values ($101,300 vs $178,500).

Median household income in Dumas is $57,000 compared to $39,958 in Tunica (+42.6%). Dumas offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Dumas spend roughly 14.2% of their income on rent, less than the 18.6% in Tunica.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.6°F vs 62.6°F). Dumas receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 50.4" in Tunica.