Glendale, MS vs Magee, MS

Glendale, MS and Magee, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Glendale scores 67 while Magee scores 64 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 Glendale is $863/month compared to $740/month in Magee — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Magee has cheaper rent, Glendale actually has lower median home values ($113,700 vs $122,700).

Median household income in Glendale is $55,438 compared to $43,250 in Magee (+28.2%). While Glendale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Glendale spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, less than the 20.5% in Magee.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.5°F vs 65.4°F). Glendale receives more rainfall at 58.9" per year compared to 57.3" in Magee.