Hatley, MS vs Terry, MS

Hatley is moderately more affordable than Terry, with a 8% lower cost of living index. Hatley scores 72 compared to 78 for Terry, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Terry can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hatley is $825/month compared to $1,125/month in Terry — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hatley has cheaper rent, Terry actually has lower median home values ($155,800 vs $189,900).

Median household income in Hatley is $63,000 compared to $48,354 in Terry (+30.3%). Hatley offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hatley spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 27.9% in Terry.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.6°F vs 66°F). Hatley receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 51.3" in Terry.