Kosciusko, MS vs Lucedale, MS

Kosciusko is moderately more affordable than Lucedale, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Kosciusko 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 Kosciusko is $755/month compared to $919/month in Lucedale — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kosciusko is more affordable at $115,900 median vs $151,200.

Median household income in Kosciusko is $36,490 compared to $38,468 in Lucedale (-5.1%). Lucedale does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Kosciusko spend roughly 24.8% 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 64°F in Kosciusko. Lucedale receives more rainfall at 67.1" per year compared to 51.8" in Kosciusko.