Hollandale, MS vs New Houlka, MS

Hollandale, MS and New Houlka, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Hollandale scores 59 while New Houlka scores 61 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 Hollandale is $676/month compared to $755/month in New Houlka — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hollandale has cheaper rent, New Houlka actually has lower median home values ($84,400 vs $88,700).

Median household income in Hollandale is $36,058 compared to $47,981 in New Houlka (-24.8%). While New Houlka is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hollandale spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 18.9% in New Houlka.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 63.6°F). New Houlka receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 49" in Hollandale.