Holly Springs, MS vs Natchez, MS

Holly Springs, MS and Natchez, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Holly Springs scores 64 while Natchez scores 63 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 Holly Springs is $754/month compared to $745/month in Natchez — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Natchez has cheaper rent, Holly Springs actually has lower median home values ($110,900 vs $114,100).

Median household income in Holly Springs is $47,344 compared to $35,613 in Natchez (+32.9%). While Holly Springs is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Holly Springs spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, less than the 25.1% in Natchez.

Climate-wise, Natchez is notably warmer with an average of 66°F compared to 59.6°F in Holly Springs. Natchez receives more rainfall at 57.1" per year compared to 55.5" in Holly Springs.