Farmington, MS vs Leakesville, MS

Leakesville is moderately more affordable than Farmington, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Farmington scores 69 compared to 65 for Leakesville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Farmington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Farmington is $879/month compared to $826/month in Leakesville — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Leakesville is more affordable at $111,300 median vs $132,300.

Median household income in Farmington is $50,294 compared to $65,745 in Leakesville (-23.5%). Leakesville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Farmington spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 15.1% in Leakesville.

Climate-wise, Leakesville is notably warmer with an average of 67.6°F compared to 60.7°F in Farmington. Leakesville receives more rainfall at 67.1" per year compared to 57.6" in Farmington.