Greenville, MS vs Natchez, MS

Greenville, MS and Natchez, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Greenville scores 65 while Natchez scores 63 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 $745/month in Natchez — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Natchez has cheaper rent, Greenville actually has lower median home values ($100,800 vs $114,100).

Median household income in Greenville is $36,297 compared to $35,613 in Natchez (+1.9%). The higher salaries in Greenville partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenville spend roughly 27.2% of their income on rent, more than the 25.1% in Natchez.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 66°F). Natchez receives more rainfall at 57.1" per year compared to 49" in Greenville.