Gulf Hills, MS vs New Hope, MS

New Hope is moderately more affordable than Gulf Hills, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Gulf Hills scores 83 compared to 79 for New Hope, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gulf Hills 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 $963/month in New Hope — a 25% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Hope has cheaper rent, Gulf Hills actually has lower median home values ($191,800 vs $223,900).

Median household income in Gulf Hills is $66,472 compared to $79,250 in New Hope (-16.1%). New Hope offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gulf Hills spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, more than the 14.6% in New Hope.

Climate-wise, Gulf Hills is notably warmer with an average of 68.3°F compared to 64°F in New Hope. Gulf Hills receives more rainfall at 62.8" per year compared to 60" in New Hope.