Holly Springs, MS vs Lucedale, MS

Holly Springs is moderately more affordable than Lucedale, with a 10.1% lower cost of living index. Holly Springs scores 64 compared to 71 for Lucedale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lucedale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Holly Springs is $754/month compared to $919/month in Lucedale — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Holly Springs is more affordable at $110,900 median vs $151,200.

Median household income in Holly Springs is $47,344 compared to $38,468 in Lucedale (+23.1%). Holly Springs offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Holly Springs spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, less than the 28.7% in Lucedale.

Climate-wise, Lucedale is notably warmer with an average of 67.6°F compared to 59.6°F in Holly Springs. Lucedale receives more rainfall at 67.1" per year compared to 55.5" in Holly Springs.