Glen, MS vs Walthall, MS

Glen, MS and Walthall, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Glen scores 69 while Walthall scores 66 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Glen is $950/month compared to $833/month in Walthall — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Walthall has cheaper rent, Glen actually has lower median home values ($100,800 vs $107,500).

Median household income in Glen is $61,429 compared to $59,583 in Walthall (+3.1%). The higher salaries in Glen partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Glen spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, more than the 16.8% in Walthall.

Climate-wise, Walthall is notably warmer with an average of 64°F compared to 60.7°F in Glen. Glen receives more rainfall at 57.6" per year compared to 51.8" in Walthall.