Golden, MS vs Sherman, MS

Golden, MS and Sherman, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Golden scores 63 while Sherman scores 65 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 Golden is $752/month compared to $679/month in Sherman — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sherman has cheaper rent, Golden actually has lower median home values ($103,100 vs $151,900).

Median household income in Golden is $48,889 compared to $57,969 in Sherman (-15.7%). While Sherman is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Golden spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, more than the 14.1% in Sherman.

Climate-wise, Sherman is notably warmer with an average of 63.6°F compared to 59.6°F in Golden. Golden receives more rainfall at 58.7" per year compared to 57.7" in Sherman.