Greenville, MS vs Greenwood, MS

Greenville, MS and Greenwood, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Greenville scores 65 while Greenwood scores 62 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 Greenville is $824/month compared to $743/month in Greenwood — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenwood is more affordable at $98,500 median vs $100,800.

Median household income in Greenville is $36,297 compared to $34,659 in Greenwood (+4.7%). While Greenville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenville spend roughly 27.2% of their income on rent, more than the 25.7% in Greenwood.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 64°F). Greenwood receives more rainfall at 51.8" per year compared to 49" in Greenville.