Isola, MS vs Union, MS

Union is moderately more affordable than Isola, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Isola scores 58 compared to 54 for Union, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Isola can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Isola is $590/month compared to $464/month in Union — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Union has cheaper rent, Isola actually has lower median home values ($100,000 vs $105,600).

Median household income in Isola is $40,313 compared to $42,791 in Union (-5.8%). Union offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Isola spend roughly 17.6% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Union.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 63.2°F). Union receives more rainfall at 58.2" per year compared to 49" in Isola.