Greenwood, MS vs Holly Springs, MS

Greenwood, MS and Holly Springs, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Greenwood scores 62 while Holly Springs 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 Greenwood is $743/month compared to $754/month in Holly Springs — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenwood is more affordable at $98,500 median vs $110,900.

Median household income in Greenwood is $34,659 compared to $47,344 in Holly Springs (-26.8%). While Holly Springs is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenwood spend roughly 25.7% of their income on rent, more than the 19.1% in Holly Springs.

Climate-wise, Greenwood is notably warmer with an average of 64°F compared to 59.6°F in Holly Springs. Holly Springs receives more rainfall at 55.5" per year compared to 51.8" in Greenwood.