Hickory Flat, MS vs Nettleton, MS

Hickory Flat, MS and Nettleton, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Hickory Flat scores 63 while Nettleton 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 Hickory Flat is $729/month compared to $809/month in Nettleton — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hickory Flat has cheaper rent, Nettleton actually has lower median home values ($90,900 vs $100,900).

Median household income in Hickory Flat is $36,481 compared to $44,178 in Nettleton (-17.4%). While Nettleton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hickory Flat spend roughly 24% of their income on rent, more than the 22% in Nettleton.

Climate-wise, Nettleton is notably warmer with an average of 63.6°F compared to 59.6°F in Hickory Flat. Nettleton receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 55.5" in Hickory Flat.