Lucedale, MS vs Philadelphia, MS

Philadelphia is moderately more affordable than Lucedale, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Lucedale scores 71 compared to 62 for Philadelphia, 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 Lucedale is $919/month compared to $760/month in Philadelphia — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Philadelphia is more affordable at $95,600 median vs $151,200.

Median household income in Lucedale is $38,468 compared to $36,781 in Philadelphia (+4.6%). 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 Lucedale spend roughly 28.7% of their income on rent, more than the 24.8% in Philadelphia.

Climate-wise, Lucedale is notably warmer with an average of 67.6°F compared to 63.2°F in Philadelphia. Lucedale receives more rainfall at 67.1" per year compared to 58.2" in Philadelphia.