Gulf Hills, MS vs Hernando, MS

Gulf Hills is moderately more affordable than Hernando, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Gulf Hills scores 83 compared to 91 for Hernando, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hernando can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gulf Hills is $1,201/month compared to $1,163/month in Hernando — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hernando has cheaper rent, Gulf Hills actually has lower median home values ($191,800 vs $282,200).

Median household income in Gulf Hills is $66,472 compared to $71,451 in Hernando (-7%). The higher salaries in Hernando partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Gulf Hills spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, more than the 19.5% in Hernando.

Climate-wise, Gulf Hills is notably warmer with an average of 68.3°F compared to 63.4°F in Hernando. Gulf Hills receives more rainfall at 62.8" per year compared to 54.9" in Hernando.