Lyon, MS vs Sturgis, MS

Lyon is moderately more affordable than Sturgis, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Lyon scores 68 compared to 73 for Sturgis, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sturgis can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lyon is $864/month compared to $1,054/month in Sturgis — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lyon has cheaper rent, Sturgis actually has lower median home values ($111,400 vs $129,400).

Median household income in Lyon is $92,083 compared to $57,500 in Sturgis (+60.1%). Lyon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lyon spend roughly 11.3% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Sturgis.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 64°F). Sturgis receives more rainfall at 51.8" per year compared to 51.8" in Lyon.