Lumberton, MS vs Wiggins, MS

Lumberton, MS and Wiggins, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Lumberton scores 63 while Wiggins scores 65 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 Lumberton is $832/month compared to $822/month in Wiggins — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wiggins has cheaper rent, Lumberton actually has lower median home values ($78,000 vs $105,700).

Median household income in Lumberton is $40,050 compared to $41,705 in Wiggins (-4%). While Wiggins is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lumberton spend roughly 24.9% of their income on rent, more than the 23.7% in Wiggins.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.5°F vs 66.5°F). Wiggins receives more rainfall at 58.9" per year compared to 58.9" in Lumberton.